Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Harcourts Foundation host 'Sport for Life' Dinner

By Colin James


(Auckland) The Halberg Disability Sport Foundation is to be the recipient of funds raised at a charity dinner, as a result of a new association with the Harcourts Foundation New Zealand.

Team Harcourts Ambassador Emma Revell explains the aspirations of Halberg make the foundation the ideal charity partner,"Murray Helberg set up the foundation in order to reinforce the lives of physically disabled Kiwis by breaking through obstructions so they can participate in and enjoy sport. Harcourts real estateprovides funds to community groups all over NZ, and we are particularly inspired by the work of this particular charity. "

The 'Sport for Life' dinner will include prominent NZ sporting figures who will lead talks on the positive impact of sport, and the power of sport to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Special guests include previous All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry, All Blacks mental skills coach Gilbert Enoka, and the Common Wealth Games Chef de Mission Rob Waddell. In addition, Paralympic cycling champion Philippa Gray will talk about how vital it is to make sport inclusive for those with disabilities.

Revell asserts that a charity auction will be held later in the evening, with 100 % of the funds raised going directly to the Halberg Disability Sport Foundation,"We have a fun range of unique sporting experiences and souvenirs up for auction, we plan to surprise and delight with our auction pieces. " Revell explains that Harcourts real estate established the Harcourts Foundation in 2008 in direct reaction to the question "What are we able to do to put something back in the community to enhance the everyday lives of the local people?"

Since the Harcourts Foundation was formed, $2.7 million has been raised through fundraising efforts, and donations from Harcourts team members. "Harcourts takes inspiration from the Halberg Foundation due to their untiring commitment in their work to bring about Murray Helbergs vision that without exception all New Zealanders should be able to access sports," claims Revell.

The Helberg Foundation employs Disability Sports Consultants right through NZ who expedite possibilities for physically disabled folk, and advocates for specialised sporting equipment and coaching. Revell adds that the Helberg Foundation also provides grants for specifically changed sports gear.The evening has a three course meal, drinks and entertainment and tickets start at $210 plus gst per person. Bookings can be made through annah.lairdharcourts.net.




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