Swansea City Academy Support Shoebox Appeal

Swansea City academy has donated to this year’s Samaritans’ shoebox appeal, which brings the Christmas spirit to those who are less fortunate.

In 2023, the Swans' under-18s and staff created and delivered 18 boxes for the appeal. In 2024, the under-nines to under-18s all took part and created more than 95 boxes which were distributed across the globe to children and families in need.

Now, this year, they have created more than 110 boxes, which are all filled with Christmas gifts and presents for those who may not otherwise receive anything over the festive period.

The campaign - founded by The Samaritan's Purse - has been active since 1993 and has reached more than 209 million children in over 170 countries. 

"It was a pleasure for the academy to participate and support the shoebox appeal," said Swansea City head of academy education, Jordan Morris.

"The academy players not only contributed to a worthy cause, but also applied the values of empathy, teamwork, and community. It is a reminder of the impact football has beyond the pitch.

"Samaritan’s Purse was a campaign we introduced to the academy in December 2023. Our first and second-year scholars designed 18 personal shoeboxes for people in need, who were victims of war, poverty, natural disasters and disease.

"We are extremely proud to have played a small part in what is a fantastic campaign, and we look forward to supporting many more projects like this in the future."