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Tuesday, 16 September 2014

The Harcourts Foundation host 'Helberg Sport for Life' Dinner

By Colin James


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

Team Harcourts Ambassador Emma Revell explains the hopes of Halberg make the foundation the best charity partner,"Murray Helberg set up the foundation to boost the lives of physically disabled Kiwis by breaking through obstacles so they can take part in and enjoy sport. Harcourts real estateprovides funding to community groups all over NZ, and we are in particular inspired by the work of this particular charity. "

The 'Sport for Life' dinner will include outstanding NZ sporting figures who will lead consultations on the positive impact of sport, and the power of sport to contribute to the lives of disabled folk. Special guests include prior All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry, All Blacks mental skills coach Gilbert Enoka, and the Common Wealth Games Chef de Mission Rob Waddell. Also, Paralympic cycling champion Philippa Gray will talk about how important it is to make sport inclusive for those with disabilities.

Revell announces that a charity auction will be held later in the evening, with 100 per cent of the funds raised going directly to the Halberg Disability Sport Foundation,"We have a thrilling array of unique sporting experiences and mementos up for auction, we aim to amaze and thrill 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 improve the day to day 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 is inspired by the Halberg Foundation due to their untiring commitment in their work to bring about Murray Helbergs vision that without exception all New Zealanders ought to have access to sports," asserts Revell.

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




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