Those who know me well can tell you I have two particular passions – Friends of Pakati, and Scunthorpe United – both of which have now joined together in a new deal!
Thanks to support from our good friend Cuan Forrest (see https://friendsofpakati.com/2025/04/13/out-of-the-shadows-meet-cuan-forrest/ ) Friends of Pakati has agreed to be a sponsor of Scunthorpe United’s shirts for the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Our logo – similar to the badge below – will be seen on the sleeve of the shirts at both home & away games.
The details have been worked out between Cuan, the club’s Head of Partnerships, Glyn Sparks, and myself.
For me, as the founder of Friends of Pakati and Iron fan since childhood, this partnership is one of great personal meaning, and one that has been building steadily since 2019.
The club, its owners, staff and perhaps most importantly, its fans have been so supportive over the years. Donations of money, time, support, sports tops, t-shirts, gifts, prizes, and publicity or social media support have come from many different people affiliated to the club, & I cannot thank them all enough. I know that the local community at both Pakati schools feel exactly the same.
Below are some further comments from key supporters of Friends of Pakati:
Debbie Chadbon said this:
“Hi Chris.
The Scunthorpe United shirt sponsorship is great, and will increase the profile of Friends of Pakati, helping to raise awareness of the organisation. This is very much appreciated.”
The Heads of both Pakati schools (seen above) issued a joint statement as follows:
“On behalf of the Pakati schools and local community, we really appreciate the support given to Friends of Pakati by all involved with Mr Walker’s local football team, Scunthorpe United FC. This partnership will provide a boost to the level of interest in Friends of Pakati, and also to the funds available to help support both schools. We can also say that there is a growing fan base for the club in our small corner on Zimbabwe – so Up the Iron!”
I have also recorded a brief video which will be out on Instagram this afternoon.
To help us at Friends of Pakati to support both schools learning environment, plesse donate to either http://paypal.me/friendsofpakati or http://gofundme.com/Freinds-of-pakati
Thank youđź‘Ź
