NEVER GIVE UP, NEVER GIVE IN!

‘I’m more determined than ever!’ says the head of Ringside Charitable Trust

DAVE HARRIS is adamant that coronavirus will not stop his charity’s march to opening a residential care home for ex-boxers. Never before has it been more apparent that this is needed, as former fighters up and down the country find themselves increasingly isolated and alone.

“Can you imagine if our home was up and running now?” Harris said. “With old fight films playing in the cinema room and conversation about boxing everywhere, the place would be alive and the residents happy and secure without a care in the world.”

Indeed, Harris’ vision remains as crystal clear as the moment it was first formed. Since then, Harris – accompanied by his tireless Ringside Charitable Trust team – has made significant progress. But the help of the boxing industry, particularly from those at the top, is still required to get it over the line.

“I know who has been helpful and generous, and of course, I know those who have not. Surely they want to be involved in this? It will certainly speak volumes if they don’t.

“I appreciate we’re all going through uncertain times at the moment, but it will get harder and harder to ignore me when this is over. I’m more determined than ever to ensure we conquer the mountain, believe me.”

Fundraising plans – that include the release of the single Never Give Up, Never Give In and a Park Lane launch event – have been postponed but not cancelled. Both are tentatively set for November. With everyone’s help, 2020 can still be a successful year for Ringside Charitable Trust.