The Aspire Sports Centre, powered by the Bachar Houli Foundation, recently launched its Building for Generations fundraising campaign with its event at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Founded by three-time Richmond premiership player Bachar Houli in 2012, the BHF has been a part of Richmond Football Club community programming for over 10 years. Since then, 40,000 young people have come through the BHF's pathway programs, 75 per cent of Employment Program participants have transitioned into full-time sports employment and over 40 Islamic Colleges participate in the Bachar Houli Cup nationally.
The Building for Generations event was a defining step forward in the journey of the Aspire Sports Centre, as community supporters and partners were proudly welcomed to celebrate the vision for a facility that will empower generations to come.
Guests heard from Bachar Houli and Ali Fahour, Director of the Bachar Houli Foundation, both of whom reflected on the Centre’s vision and the legacy it aims to create for future generations, with Richmond President John O’Rourke also among those in attendance to support the occasion.
The evening celebrated the vision behind the Aspire Sports Centre, with architect John Hayball highlighting the key features of the state‑of‑the‑art facility that will be powered by the Bachar Houli Foundation.
Set to open in 2028, the Aspire Sports Centre will place a strong focus on education, sport and community, providing opportunities for young people to learn, grow and thrive for generations to come.
BOOK YOUR TABLE AT ASPIRE’S UPCOMING BUILDING FOR GENERATIONS FUNDRAISING EVENT.
The Aspire Sports Centre will feature a $25 million purpose‑built precinct including 12 classrooms and multi-purpose spaces, an indoor sports hall, high‑performance gym and recovery facilities, a prayer room, canteen and a dedicated function space.
The success of the fundraising event marks an exciting step forward in creating a cutting-edge high-performance environment where young people can excel academically, athletically and personally.
Building on the momentum of the event, the Aspire Sports Centre will return to the MCG on Wednesday, September 30 for another special fundraising evening, bringing together community members and supporters as we continue the journey towards making the Centre a reality.
Community members can support the project, with donations open on the Centre’s website.
Together, we are building for generations.
