Hibs and Hearts are putting aside their old rivalry to help thousands of young people in Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife.
Both clubs are urging their fans to dig out their old and unused clothing in a major recycling drive.
The collection, in partnership with Nathans Wastesavers, will help raise vital funds for Radio Forth’s Cash for Kids, which supports children who are disadvantaged through poverty, sickness or disability.
On 31st March, Hibs fans are being asked to bring any unwanted clothes and shoes to a special match-day collection ahead of the Hibs v Partick Thistle game, while Hearts fans will get the opportunity to help on 7th April ahead of the Hearts v Aberdeen match.
Emma Kemp, Charity Manager at Radio Forth’s Cash for Kids, commented: “2017 was an incredible year for Radio Forth’s Cash for Kids.
“We helped more children and young people than ever before, and that’s thanks to the kindness of people and organisations across the east of Scotland.
“We’re absolutely thrilled that both Hibs and Hearts have offered to play their part in helping to transform the lives of local young people.
“Our recycling points are located throughout Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife, but bringing them straight to the fans on match days will provide a real boost and help to make a difference to so many lives.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
