WAYNE ROONEY’S foundation have made an incredible £30,000 donation to Childline.
The Manchester United legend is also backing the NSPCC’S Here for Children Christmas appeal.
Wayne Rooney is now the interim manager of Derby CountyCredit: PA:Press Association
The Wayne Rooney Foundation have now donated £75,000 to Childline – which is a counselling service for children and young people.
Red Devils legend Rooney said: “It’s very upsetting to know that there are children out there who are really suffering and might be dreading Christmas.
“The pandemic has had a devastating impact on many young lives and it’s so important that Childline is there for young people when they need it most.
“I’m backing the NSPCC’s Here for Children Christmas appeal as the pandemic has shown that we need the NSPCC and Childline now, more than ever, to be there for children and give them somewhere to turn.”
Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen said: “I remember one survivor of abuse telling me, ‘When I was a child, hearing other children talking about their happy Christmas was like looking through a window to see warmth and love and happiness, when I was outside, alone in the cold.’
“That is why it is so crucial that Childline is available throughout the holiday period for the children and young people who need us desperately.
“Our volunteers and staff will be giving up their time to comfort and protect young people throughout Christmas and the New Year, but we couldn’t help a single child without the support of generous donors like Wayne and his Foundation.
“We are so grateful, we know that this is a tough time for everyone, especially children who are suffering abuse, neglect, depression or anxiety, and we are deeply grateful to Wayne for sponsoring our vital Childline service on Christmas Day.”
According to the latest reports, Rooney’s foundation have donated £2.3 million to charity since 2016.
The 35-year-old – who is now the interim boss at Derby – is among a long list of footballers and former players that are keen to make a difference.
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has launched a new child poverty project this month.
He campaigned for free school meal vouchers this year and has teamed up with Child Food Poverty Taskforce to stop kids going hungry over Christmas.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
