THE Men of League (MoL) Foundation reached an unprecedented height for its yearly wellbeing spend, distributing more than $1,000,000 to the men, women and children of the rugby league community in 2018.
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Founded in 2002 by Ron Coote AM, Jim Hall and Max Brown to give a hand to their old playing mates who had struck hard times, the organisation has progressively grown to assist more than just past players.
And, today, they support any of the men, women and children within the rugby league community who are faced with physical, financial or emotional hardship.
National Rugby League chief executive officer Todd Greenberg says the Men of League Foundation’s achievement is a fantastic way to cap off a great year for rugby league’s charity of choice.
“This wonderful milestone is a true testament to the dedication of the Men of League Foundation’s members, volunteers and staff and the hard work that they have put in for 2018,” he explained.
“They continue to pledge their support to not just past players of the game, but anyone with a connection to the great game of rugby league.
“On behalf of the National Rugby League, I would like to congratulate them for their outstanding work and we look forward to supporting the foundation again in 2019.”
Wellbeing recipient Laura Shakespeare, one of the many the foundation supported in 2018, expressed her sincere thanks to the MoL for its care and consideration.
“Mentally and emotionally my wounds were healed after the Men of League Foundation contacted me,” she said.
“I feel at ease knowing I can concentrate on putting all my strength into my recovery.
“The Men of League Foundation have been such a blessing to my family and will forever hold a special spot in my and my children’s hearts.”
Become a member of the Men of League Foundation or donate today to support those who have fallen on hard times.
More information can be found at www.menofleague.com
Or, alternatively, contact Upper Hunter Men of League’s wellness officers Tony and Jan Witt on 6543 5178 or 0401 397 233.