The LFC Foundation has revealed that over £1m has been raised from the two legends matches played at Anfield over the past year.
The Reds have welcomed sides made up of Manchester United and Celtic greats over the past 12 months, and it has now been confirmed that an incredible £1,450,000 was raised as a result of both fixtures taking place.
The announcement was made with the help of local schoolchildren during the half-time break at the Reds dedicated 'Community Day' fixture against Brentford this evening. In recognition of the LFC Foundation’s 20th anniversary, the matchday was also used to showcase the fantastic work the charity delivers every day of every week in local communities across Merseyside and beyond.
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One hundred percent of the £1.45m raised will fund the LFC Foundation’s programmes delivered in local communities and schools, including social action, football projects, health and wellbeing, and food poverty. The LFC Foundation’s charity partners will also benefit from the funds to support their incredible work, including Cash For Kids, Into University, and the club’s official former player association, Forever Reds.
Speaking about the figure raised, Matt Parish, LFC Foundation chief executive, said: "Once again, I am absolutely overwhelmed by the generosity and continued support of the LFC family, and on behalf of LFC Foundation, I would like to express my sincere thanks. £1.45m, is a huge amount to raise, especially in these financially challenging times.
"These funds will help us to directly support more young people and families across Liverpool City Region and beyond and make a real impact.
"I’d also like to thank our incredible Legends who so generously give up their time for free to help us stage our Official Legend Charity matches, which are always fun-filled family occasions for our fans to enjoy."
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