I've raised £10000 to Start the Mark Worthington Foundation.Projects helping the lives of young people with fewer opportunities, through Sport & Social Enterprise
Organised by Mark's family, friends and colleagues
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IN MEMORY OF MARK WORTHINGTON
On 23rd April Mark Worthington, a dear friend and loving family man passed away from a sudden heart attack, aged just 52.
One of the most generous-hearted and energetic people we know, Mark was passionate about helping young people get a start in life. He not only helped develop educational and training opportunities for them through his involvement with Hyde Football academy, but also kick-started many careers at his hotels in Mallorca, through his internship scheme and his employment of ambitious young local people.
As messages have poured in from all round the world in last few days, his family have been truly moved by how many people wished to pay tribute to Mark’s generosity and unfailing support. As a result, his wife Helen, and children Dan and Ella would dearly love to continue his legacy by eventually setting up the Mark Worthington Foundation to carry on his work with young people.
For all of us who love and miss Mark so much, the Foundation is an opportunity to do something he would have been proud of. We hope you agree.
All money donated to this JustGiving page will go towards helping establish The Mark Worthington Foundation . A charitable foundation which will support specific projects that help those young people in the northwest of England who have fewer opportunities . Projects will focus on sport and social enterprise, areas Mark cared passionately about.
Mark showed great faith in us all at such young ages and we will always be forever grateful for the platform he gave us. Hyde FC player
Mark developed schemes to increase community involvement and launched an academy program to help create pathways for players in professional and semi professional football. Local newspaper, UK
Your impact on Mallorca and so many people you have touched will live on with the moustache movement but also for simply being true to yourself . Local newspaper, Mallorca
Mark afforded me the chance to pursue my ambitions. Over the last decade he supported me through good times and bad. He was a role model, father figure and a friend. Colleague and Friend, UK
Mark’s passion to help people grow and flourish was inspiring and he took enjoyment from other peoples happiness. Hyde FC member
Mark recognised the importance of respectful behaviour and always encouraged those with the right values to achieve their potential . Parent, Hyde FC member
My son benefited greatly from Marks encouragement and support, which we are so grateful for. Parent, Hyde FC player
Mark made me realise the value of good humour and great motivational skills but also how much sheer effort and determination – as well as love - goes into creating anything successful. Friend , UK
Mark single handed launched my career as an artist giving me an opportunity to fill the hotel in Majorca with my paintings. Artist, UK
Your impact in the world will live through so many you've helped, supported, believed in and encouraged to have a go. Football Academy colleague, UK
