Local charity hopes Sheffield United fans follow their heroes' lead - to raise much-needed funds for a good cause

Paces, the Sheffield-based specialist centre, charity and school for children and adults with cerebral palsy and motor disorders, will once again be supported by the Blades for their Christmas Jumper Day, on December 11.

United have supported Paces for a number of years, and fans are being asked to donate £1 to their appeal while donning their jumpers.

Money raised from the appeal will go contribute towards allowing Paces to move its special school and adult services to a new home, allowing the charity to support three times as many children and adults as they currently do.

The organisation teaches life-changing skills using conductive education - such as sitting, standing, walking, speaking, communication and self-care - in an environment they can have fun, develop friendships, and feel like they belong.

Julie Booth, head of fundraising at Paces, said: “Everyone at Sheffield United have been huge supporters of Paces and we’re delighted that they’ll be putting on their Christmas Jumpers on December 11 to support our fundraising.

“We know many are still working at home, but there’s still plenty of opportunities to join the festive fun and we hope to see photos of amazing knits from kitchen tables, spare rooms and sofas as well as from those back in offices, factories and on the training pitch.”

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