Carragher Launches 'The 23 Foundation'
http://www.liverpoolfc.tv/news/drilldown/N166366091106-0932.htm Jamie Carragher last night officially launched his new charity in Liverpool.
'The 23 Foundation', which takes its name from the defender's Anfield squad number, has been set up to provide grants for young children on Merseyside.
Fans from all over the world can support The 23 Foundation by donating money, buying a signed Carra picture or bidding for a number of exclusive items only available on his new website.
The aim is to raise £100,000 per year, all of which will be used to help give Liverpool kids a better life.
He said: "I was in Alder Hey as a child myself when I was first born and I hope The 23 Foundation can help children like people did for me when I was growing up.
"I've got my own kids and I don't think there's anything better than making a child happy.
"I was very fortunate to go to a good youth club and I've been very fortunate to be where I am playing for Liverpool.
"I'd like to think that maybe if I put something back, we'll have someone else going on to play for Liverpool or Everton, or getting involved in other sports. There are a lot of youth clubs out there helping kids to keep fit and stay interested in sport.
"I want the charity to help those clubs buy equipment and keep kids off the streets.
"Hopefully we will try to raise £100,000 each year for the Foundation.
"We have set up the website so people can bid for things like signed pictures, which I will dedicate to them.
"This is my 14th season with Liverpool and a testimonial has been mentioned. I would like to look into arranging a testimonial game and everything would go to the charity."
Maximum respect Jamie heart of a lion on the pitch, Heart of a saint off it credit to yourself and Liverpool FC
