Alliance Amateur Swim Club wins £1,000 sports grant from Hafner’s Sausages
Five local sports clubs, including Alliance Amateur Swim Club, have each been awarded £1,000 through the Hafner’s Sausages Sports Fund 2025.
The £5,000 initiative supports grassroots teams and community groups across Northern Ireland, helping people stay active, connected, and healthy.
The four other recipients of the £1000 Hafner’s Sports Grant are North Down Softball Club in Bangor, St Patrick’s Football Club in Castlederg, Redmond O’Hanlon’s GAC in Poyntzpass, and Enniskillen Rangers Football Club.
Now in its second year, the fund highlights the power of sport to unite communities, promote well-being, and inspire participation at every level.
Sarah Harvey, Senior Brand Manager at Arthur Mallon Foods, owner of Hafner’s Sausages, said: “Having spent over 20 years as a coach in grassroots sport, I’ve seen firsthand how local clubs like Alliance Amateur Swim Club can transform communities.
“This year’s response to the Hafner’s Sports Fund was incredible and choosing just five winners was no easy task for our judging panel.”
Established in 1946, Alliance Amateur Swim Club has grown into a thriving organisation supporting over 440 swimmers, from complete beginners to seasoned competitors.
Damian Curran, member of the club committee, Alliance Amateur Swim Club, said: “At its core, the club is driven by a mission to remove barriers to accessing swimming, particularly in communities where financial pressures can restrict participation.
“This is especially critical in areas such as North Belfast and Newtownabbey, where socioeconomic challenges often prevent families from accessing lessons.
“We’re delighted to have Hafner’s backing for our community swimming programmes. This grant will directly help children and families who might otherwise be unable to afford swimming lessons.
“Learning to swim is a life-saving skill, and Hafner’s support ensures we can continue making water a safe, welcoming place for everyone.”
Sarah added: “Hafner’s has always cared about nourishing our communities in more ways than one; with the Hafner’s Sports Fund, we are giving back to local clubs that make a real difference to people’s lives.
“These are the places where friendships are formed, confidence is built, and future generations are inspired, and we’re proud to support them.”
The £5,000 Hafner’s Sports Fund is part of the brand’s wider commitment to supporting local communities and good causes across Northern Ireland.
Specifically, the Sports Fund celebrates the volunteers and leaders who foster teamwork, inclusion, and well-being through grassroots sport.
For more information on Hafner’s Sausages and the Hafner’s Sports Fund, visit www.mallonfoods.com/hafners-sausages.