IR Energy, a South Wales-based company specialising in helping homes and businesses become more energy-efficient, has generously donated 100 chocolate selection boxes to Premier League Inclusive Kicks, a weekly football-based wellbeing session delivered by the Cardiff City FC Community Foundation.

Merthyr Kicks, held every Thursday in Merthyr Tydfil, welcomes around 30 children with complex needs, along with their carers, parents and grandparents. The programme began as a small group of just five children and has grown into a warm, supportive community space where families come together to enjoy activity, connection and confidence-building.

In addition to supporting Premier League Inclusive Kicks, the selection boxes will also be distributed across all the Foundation’s youth outreach programmes in Merthyr Tydfil, including sessions at Gurnos Community Centre and Rhyd-y-Car, as well as their further education provision, ensuring even more young people benefit from this festive donation.

Catherine Angle, Head of Fundraising and External Engagement at Cardiff City FC Community Foundation said:

“This kind gesture from IR Energy means a great deal to our Inclusive Kicks families and the wider community. The children look forward to these sessions all week, this donation will help us make their festive celebrations even more special.”

Cardiff City FC Community Foundation is the official charity of Cardiff City FC and works across South Wales to deliver its hat-trick of goals including, improving health and wellbeing, supporting learning and skills, along with building stronger communities. Partnerships with local organisations are central to its impact across South Wales.

Jamie Thomas, Premier League Kicks coordinator from the Community Foundation added.

“We are incredibly proud to work with IR Energy. As a company rooted in South Wales, their commitment to supporting initiatives that make a genuine difference locally is invaluable.”

Premier League Kicks uses the power of football and sport to inspire young people to reach their potential, in some of the most high need areas in England and Wales.

Ryan Morgan, Director at IR Energy said:

“Inclusive Kicks and the wider youth outreach programmes provide essential support for children and families in Merthyr Tydfil. We’re delighted to do something small to support the amazing work being done every week.”

This donation reflects IR Energy’s ongoing dedication to giving back to the South Wales community it proudly calls home.