About Sparta Foundation
At Sparta Foundation, we believe that every child, no matter their circumstances, deserves the chance to dream, fight, and rise. Our mission is to empower underprivileged youth through the transformative power of rugby—a sport that builds not just athletes, but leaders, teammates, and resilient individuals.
Why Rugby?
Rugby is more than a game—it’s a school of life. Through this dynamic sport, we instill:
✔ Teamwork – Teaching kids the strength of unity.
✔ Discipline – Shaping focus and commitment.
✔ Resilience – Turning challenges into triumphs.
✔ Confidence – Helping them stand tall, on and off the field.
Our Impact
We go beyond sports training. Our holistic programs integrate:
🏉 Rugby Coaching – Professional training for skill and fitness.
📚 Life Skills Development – Leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
💡 Mentorship – Guidance from role models who inspire.
❤️ Community Building – Creating a family where every child belongs.
Where We Work
Partnering with local schools, communities, and NGOs, we bring our programs to the children who need them most. Our vision is to break barriers—whether economic, social, or emotional—and give every child a fair chance to succeed.
Join Our Movement
Every child we train is a future leader in the making. With your support—whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word—you can help us transform lives, one tackle, one try, one child at a time.
Together, let’s build a stronger, braver, and brighter future.
🔥 Be a Spartan. Rise with Us. 🔥
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Call to Action:
💙 Donate Now | 🤝 Volunteer | 📩 Join With Us
Meet the Founder
Founder’s Story – Akram Sheikh
From a curious BMC schoolboy chasing a worn-out rugby ball on a dusty Mumbai ground to a National player and coach inspiring hundreds of children, Akram Sheikh’s journey is a story of grit, passion, and the transformative power of sport.
🌟 Humble Beginnings
2014, Class 7: First rugby ball in hand, shoes were a luxury.
Every evening, after school and homework, he trained tirelessly until streetlights flickered—driven purely by love for the game and a dream bigger than the narrow lanes of Mumbai.
💪 Rise to Excellence
Joined ACE Foundation Club → discovered mentors who became family.
Among them, Vikas Chaurasiya Sir played a life-changing role. Akram recalls: Among them, Vikas Chaurasiya Sir played a life-changing role. Akram recalls:
“Sir Vikas didn’t just teach me rugby, he taught me discipline, lifestyle, and how to channel my talent. Today, whatever skill, resilience, and spirit I have—it is because of him and the incredible ACE family. Thank you for shaping not just my game, but my life.”
Countless early mornings, late-night bus rides, and relentless practice.
Maharashtra State Team Achievements:
🥇 4 Gold
🥈 5 Silver
🥉 3 Bronze
July 23, 2016: Selected for the Under-18 India Rugby Camp. Due to personal circumstances, he couldn’t compete—but the experience ignited an even stronger determination to give back and guide the next generation.
🏆 Leadership & Coaching
Invited by ACE to coach while still a player.
Roles Held:
2016 – National U-14 Girls Team Coach
2017 – Head Coach, U-17 Boys Team – School Games National Championships
Learned: Rugby teaches discipline, resilience, teamwork & hope.
🌈 Sparta Foundation – Giving Back
Founded: December 2024
Mission: Build a community where children from Mumbai’s toughest neighborhoods discover confidence, courage, and dreams beyond limits.
Program Highlights:
Professional coaching for underprivileged kids
Life skills & mentorship alongside sport
Building future leaders, not just athletes
“Rugby taught me resilience, discipline, and respect. Sparta Foundation is my promise: no child’s future will be limited by where they start. If I could rise from narrow alleys to the national stage, every child can chase a dream bigger than their world—and succeed.” – Akram
💡 Why Sponsors Should Partner with Sparta Foundation
Transformative Impact: Directly empower underprivileged children, shaping confident, resilient, and ambitious youth.
Proven Leadership: Founded by a national-level coach with a strong track record of excellence.
High Visibility & Social Recognition: Sponsors contribute to real social change while gaining recognition in programs, events, and media coverage.
Community Engagement: Be part of a movement that changes lives, builds hope, and inspires the next generation.
Mission
Our mission is to empower underprivileged girls and boys in India's slums, helping them become inspiring role models within their communities. Through the transformative power of rugby, The Sparta Foundation instills the value of education, ensuring every child in our program attends school. Education has the power to uplift disadvantaged communities, equipping young people with the tools to break the cycle of poverty for future generations. Based in Mumbai, The Sparta Foundation collaborates with supporters to raise awareness, generate funds, and create life-changing opportunities for children facing adversity.
Vision
Our vision is rooted in the belief that young people have the power to create lasting change. We inspire them to grow their abilities, lead with confidence, and become proactive forces for good in their communities.
