In 2022, Art Invest and Decathlon UK set up a Health & Wellbeing Fund for Canada Water. The aim is to support local organisations and initiatives that bring sport to the community.
Now in its second year, we’re delighted to announce the successful applicants for 2023.
The Fund welcomed many excellent applications from various sports clubs and groups in and around Canada Water and Rotherhithe. After careful consideration, we’re pleased to award funding to six organisations. The successful organisations offer a range of activities, including rowing, tennis, cricket, and boxing, all of which are free of charge and have a focus on supporting and encouraging participation of women and girls.
Delphine Mazillier, Decathlon UK Corporate Social Responsibility Leader:
“Decathlon’s mission is to move people through the wonders of sport. For decades we have worked hard to make sport more accessible to all, and doing so in local communities has always been a priority. I am so proud to be entering our second year of working with Art-Invest to support six wonderful charities in and around Southwark. I can’t wait to see the impact this funding will have as we endeavour to bring sport into the lives of many underrepresented groups.”
Luka Vukotic, Partner, Art-Invest Real Estate:
“Our joint Health & Wellbeing Fund is quickly establishing itself as a valuable local funding source. We have been pleased to see so many local groups and community organisations dedicated to encouraging active lifestyles and providing free access to sports. This year, there was a clear demand for engaging women and girls in physical activity. We hope that the programmes we are supporting can offer positive momentum in encouraging female participation in the local area. Supporting the creation of local connections and a thriving community is all part of our commitment to the local area as we bring forward Canada Water Dockside, a new hub in London to work, socialise and visit.”
