Forest Green Rovers, recognised globally as the greenest football club, is pleased to announce an extension of its international partnership with Candriam, a leading sustainable asset management firm. This continued collaboration emphasises both organisations' commitment to sustainability, social impact, and community-focused initiatives.
Candriam, FGR’s official main sponsor and first non-British backer, will continue its proud partnership at The New Lawn. The firm's support has been crucial to the club's ongoing sustainability efforts and this renewal further solidifies its long-term dedication to FGR’s mission of driving environmental change through football, while also setting a precedent for other clubs to embrace their roles and responsibilities.
The partnership's positive impact extends beyond the pitch through the Candriam Kids Fund, which dedicates thousands per season to support disadvantaged children and young people. This initiative reflects both organisations' shared values of inclusivity and social responsibility.
Dale Vince, Chairman of Forest Green Rovers said this about the renewed partnership:
“I'm really pleased that our partnership with Candriam is continuing, it goes beyond a typical sponsorship because Candriam understands our vision of using football as a platform for good - not just in sustainability, but also in social impact.
"Their focus on sustainable investment fits perfectly with our world view. Together, we're showing that financial success can go hand-in-hand with environmentalism and social responsibility - a truly powerful message. I'm looking forward to what we'll achieve together in the future.”
Vincent Hamelink, CEO at Candriam, said:
“We are delighted to renew our partnership with Forest Green Rovers, a club that continues to grow based on values similar to those of Candriam. At a time when the road to sustainability seems more than ever to be an opportunity in every respect, Forest Green Rovers continues to develop its exemplarity in this field, using the leverage of soccer to engage, educate and build. Candriam is happy and proud to help continue to support the club in its development.”
