CHARITABLE DONATIONS

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The Steve Bernard Foundation was set up in memory of the affectionately named Stevie B following his tragic passing in a car accident in November 2005. Following his death, his family and friends were inundated with support and donations. It seemed right, even in the earliest stages, that these funds should go to that which Steve loved best, sport.

Statera Talent are proud to be able to support such a great cause. Having been to school with Stevie's brother, Jacques, Ryan has seen the amount of effort and passion shown by the whole foundation to raise money and provide for sporting projects in his home town and further afield. Increasing sport participation isn't just great for physical health, but has been widely shown to help with participant's mental health. Living an active life can improve your mood and reduce your chances of depression and anxiety, to help foster a more balanced lifestyle.

Since the foundation was formed in February 2006, it has gone on to raise more than £500,000 for sporting projects based across Bournemouth, Dorset and the South Coast. To date, the foundation has supported more than 400 projects covering more than 30 sports and 4 continents.

The foundation, run entirely by volunteers, has offered guidance, financial support, and predominantly equipment to a range of good causes, from supporting the AFC Bournemouth Ability Counts Team, to supporting potential Olympic athletes of the future, providing new kit to local boxing clubs, and funding outreach projects in Thailand, Uganda, and Kenya.