Bath University provided a scenic setting for the third FOE Development Day on Saturday 16 October.

Despite technical difficulties, the day kicked off with a powerful introduction by organiser Emily Reynolds, followed by some well loved Zambian movement games.

For the past 4 years volunteers have contributed to make an overwhelming difference in the lives of the young people we support in Zambia and the projects that they work on. With selfless commitment and a passion to make a difference Friend Of EduSport rely on volunteers to make our projects possible.  

Earlier tonight (October 5th) I visited a Bingo Fundraiser organised by Ian and Morag Campbell who have contributed greatly in the overall development of our charity and through these fundraisers continue to support our projects for the betterment of education and sport in Zambia. These evenings take place 3-4 times a year and tonight they have raised a still to be confirmed total of £320s.

Its sometimes easy to forget how important a role family and friends play in our lives and what was inspiring tonight was that Ian and Morag, their family and friends partnered with a local bingo club on behalf of Friend Of EduSport in an effort to further support our efforts in Zambia. Working in partnership with the local bingo club ensured that Ian and Morag could concentrate on finding prizes and selling tickets allowing the Bingo Club to run their bingo. In Zambia we are also working with partners at Chawama SEE School to develop a school that creates a safe and empowering environment for young leaders of tomorrow. We cannot achieve that goal without the ongoing efforts of  volunteers. If you are interested in holding a fundraiser for Friend Of EduSport please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Thanks to everyone involved tonight. Educate, Empower, Inspire. 

Written by Derek Keir

Friend of EduSport has gone a step further in supporting education in Zambia. Another under-privileged community has been identified by our partners on the ground to be included onto our sponsorship scheme in 2011.

The first football game to take place in aid of supporting projects in Zambia actually precedes Friend of EduSport as a recognised organisation. Back in June 2006 Derek Keir gathered together friends and family to host a game that has now developed into an annual event. The first game took place at Camelon Juniors ground and since 2008 has been played on the hallowed turf of Firs Park (East Stirlingshire’sground for those unfamiliar with Scottish Football). 

Back in June just as the summer was starting one of our supporters was considering something other than what the long days of summer would hold or which holiday choice she should make. She was contemplating her dread locks, their past, their present and their short future. 

Eilidh Grant took up a rather personal challenge, one which would raise over £950 for Friend of EduSport.

It was a proud day for Friend of EduSport when we celebrated our first college graduate under our Dare 2 Dream programme. Congratulations to Vincent Banda on receiving his Diploma in Public Administration!