Sale Sharks Foundation is proud to share its Sharks Watch Impact Report for 2024/25, showcasing the incredible impact that the Foundation and its programmes are having on people and communities across the region.
As the charitable arm of Sale Sharks, the Foundation uses the power of our sport to change lives across the North West in education, health and wellbeing.
Tackling inequalities, providing new opportunities and empowering people to live healthier lives and achieve better outcomes, the Foundation engaged with 21,212 people in 2024/25, of which 17,708 played some form of rugby.

The release of Sharks Watch details the scale of the Foundation’s work over the last delivery year, encompassing 30+ programmes and featuring case studies and testimonials from those impacted most.
Abi Dean, CEO of the Sale Sharks Foundation, said:
“It gives me a great sense of pride to introduce our Sharks Watch Impact Report for the 2024/25 delivery year, highlighting the transformative impact that our sport and programmes have on so many people’s lives across the North West.
“This report not only reflects our incredible achievements and the outstanding commitment of our dedicated and passionate team, it reaffirms the vital role that the Sale Sharks Foundation plays at the heart of our communities.
“As always, we cannot achieve the impact we do without the support of our trustees, partners, funders, friends and the whole Sale Sharks family. We really do value your contributions and commitment to driving meaningful change throughout the region.”
You can read the full Sharks Watch Impact Report here.