As a sporting group the Burrangong Bears Rugby League Football Club have identified themselves to be in a good position to give back to the community.
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That’s why for the past three years the club has held an annual charity day in which they raise money for an organisation of their desire.
Over the years Motor Neurone Disease Australia, Cancer Council and Beyond Blue have benefited from the day, but this year they’re taking a different approach.
This Saturday, July 23, the Bears will host the charity day in conjunction with their sponsors day to raise funds for self-funded educational program, AIME. The charity is designed to provide Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander students support and guidance throughout their high schooling journey.
This year the Bears will wear an indigenous-themed kit designed by organiser Kayla Pocock and Wiradjuri elder and artist Enid Clark. The jerseys feature Enid’s artwork, while the shorts represent meeting grounds of clubs in the Woodbridge Cup.
Kayla said nearly $2000 has already been raised in jersey sales, which can be purchased up until the day by contacting herself via 0412 319 188.
Former Bears player Coedie Freeman will conduct a smoking ceremony prior to First Grade kick-off at 3pm, and an AIME representative will be selling merchandise on the day.
“Every dollar that’s raised from the day goes directly toward the students we work with,” AIME representative Stephen Mitchell said. “I find it enriching that a community group is so willing to support our organisation.”
The charity day – to be held at Hall Bros Oval – will kick off with a reunion game between Young and Binalong at 1pm, followed by League Tag at 1.50pm and First Grade at 3pm.
