Marcus Rashford is offering fans an opportunity to win a pair of his custom football boots as part of a fundraising effort to combat child hunger and poverty. The Manchester United star has placed two pairs of his exclusive Nike Mercurial Superfly boots up for grabs in a prize draw. These all-black boots made their debut in October during an England vs. Belgium match in the Nations League, and only ten pairs were produced by Nike, unavailable for purchase in stores.

In a video announcing the draw, the 23-year-old expressed his excitement about raising funds during the Christmas season, emphasizing the boots’ unique personal significance to him. Rashford highlighted their rarity and urged fans to participate for a chance to own a piece of his personal gear. Entry into the prize draw requires a £3 donation, organized by the Trussell Trust and Fare Share charities, which are dedicated to alleviating child poverty.

Scheduled for December 22nd, the Crowdfunder prize draw supports Rashford’s ongoing advocacy following his successful campaign to extend free school meal provisions to disadvantaged families during school holidays amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Recognized with an MBE for his efforts, Rashford remains passionate about addressing the issue of child hunger, drawing from his own upbringing in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester.

Emma Revie, CEO of The Trussell Trust, praised Rashford’s impact and generosity, stressing the importance of community support in tackling food insecurity. Similarly, Lindsay Boswell, CEO of FareShare, highlighted the continued need for assistance as vulnerable communities face economic hardships exacerbated by the pandemic.

Rob Love, CEO of Crowdfunder, echoed these sentiments, underscoring the collective effort needed to combat food poverty and affirming Crowdfunder’s commitment to supporting communities in need. The initiative aims not only to raise essential funds but also to raise awareness about the ongoing challenges faced by families across the UK.