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Reposm - Charity Case Study

April 17, 2023

“All sports-lovers have their heroes, and they are always remembered in their prime.

But heroes age. Their skills fade. So does the memory of them.

The Reposm Charity has been established to help and house those who have fallen on hard times, and deserves the support of all those whose lives- including my own- have been enhanced by sport.”

Former Prime Minister Sir John Major, an avid supporter of Reposm, powerfully pointed out that even our very own sporting heroes go through rough times too.

We're always fortunate to be involved with sporting related dinners/lunches. To support a charity that gives so much back to retired sportsmen/women, and crucially continues our vision of curing as many diseases/illnesses through the power of fundraising as possible!

Reposm

'We are looking to provide a unique solution to a desperate problem.'

The benefits Reposm will offer in their Sheltered Housing schemes are life changing. By providing such affordable housing, we will be addressing serious issues such as loneliness, depression, peace of mind and safety.

There is currently no organisation responding to the acute needs of retired sportspeople.

Reposm Sports Housing Trust will fill this gap, and, in doing so, will be a major player in preventing the onset of Dementia.

It is well documented that an increasing number of retired sports people are suffering from dementia. And much has been written about the lack of action being taken across the sporting landscape to combat – or trying to prevent this pernicious disease.

Reposm was established in response to the troubled futures being faced by so many after the curtain has fallen on their careers. Research has proved that the onset of dementia is closely linked to loneliness, homelessness, social isolation and depression. By providing Sheltered Housing for sportspeople who have fallen on hard times, Reposm will play a major part in the prevention of dementia, by providing a supportive environment, living with like-minded neighbours in a happy community environment.

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Restart RPA - Charity Case Study

February 23, 2024

With years of constant cut-throat and hard hitting battles, a Rugby player's career isn't short of any form of risk for a serious injury to occur. For those who unfortunately have their careers ended prematurely, often they find themselves asking 'what's next?' No athlete should face this constant uncertainty and lack of support just because the sport they play involves more risks. However one charity has dedicated its time, making sure no Rugby player should be forgotten and left to suffer. Restart RPA (The Rugby Players Association) Restart is the official charity of The Rugby Players Association (RPA) and we are dedicated to supporting elite men's and women's rugby players suffering from serious injury, illness or hardship. We provide financial and practical support to players and their families during difficult times, including help with the cost of medical treatment, rehabilitation equipment and disability support. We’re also there when players need emotional support to help with mental health issues, by providing a 24/7 Confidential Counselling Service. We receive no government or lottery funding so the work we do is funded entirely through voluntary donations and fundraising activity. We completely rely on the support of businesses, rugby supporters, fundraisers, generous donors and the players themselves to raise funds each year for those in need. A considerable amount of pro bono support is given by the Rugby Players Association including staff time, office space and fundraising opportunities at high-profile commercial events. Former England and Wasps player, Damian Hopley was forced to retire from the professional game in 1998 due to a career-ending knee injury. The lack of support available to professional players at that time motivated Damian to found the RPA later that same year and then Restart as the charitable arm of the organisation in 2001. We work simultaneously with the RPA to represent players, giving them the voice they deserve and also providing them with support when they have nowhere else to turn.