Established with a mission to support underprivileged and vulnerable young people in the North East of England.
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Friends of the Charity
Brian Johnson
The rock superstar didn’t hesitate to say yes when asked to officially support the foundation by its namesake founder, one of the North East’s best-known entrepreneurs and philanthropists.
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Lee Westwood
Tournament host Lee Westwood has also become a Patron of the Foundation, joining AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson, with the former World Number One eager to throw his support behind…
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Celebrating 10 years of support
2026 is the 10th Anniversary of my charitable foundation, and I have been delighted with all the wonderful support I have had from friends and colleagues like yourself. Everyone has been very supportive and very generous and I owe everyone a huge thank-you.
Words from our founder
Our Projects
Tyneside Talent Unit
A free-to-access creative hub at Tyneside Cinema offering industry-standard facilities and mentoring to young people aspiring to work in film, television and screen.
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Children's Heart Unit (CHUF)
Funding state-of-the-art medical equipment for the Children's Heart Unit at the Freeman Hospital, including two Kosmos heart scanning tablets.
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NUCASTLE Community Hub
A dedicated classroom funded within the Newcastle United Foundation Community Hub, which has since delivered 753 sessions from employability to health and wellbeing.
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Create a brighter future
At the heart of our mission lies a simple yet powerful belief: that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Founded by Sir Graham Wylie, our foundation is dedicated to transforming lives, one meaningful initiative at a time.
Our Events
Looking for an alternative St Valentines Night Out?
Magician Chris Cross brings an evening of cabaret magic to Close House on 13th February — the first event of the Foundation's anniversary year.
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Wylam Brewery, Newcastle upon Tyne
This Ain't Texas. It's Tyneside.
Country music fans can enjoy a hoedown at September's annual Rock 'n' Raise concerts, which have featured stars such as Sting, Andy Taylor and the Kaiser Chiefs.
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Kingston Park Stadium, Newcastle
Halloween Spectacular
The best Halloween Spectacular in the North East returns on 31st October at 6:30pm, featuring the UK's premiere Alice Cooper tribute.
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A Word From Our Founder
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Latest News
10 Years of the Sir Graham Wylie Foundation
Marking a decade of the Foundation, with thanks for the community support that has changed children's lives across the North East.
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Have A Heart Celebrity Golf Day and Gala Dinner Raises £200,000
A charity golf day and gala dinner at Close House on 15th May 2025 raised almost £200,000 thanks to the camaraderie and generosity of everyone who took part.
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The Sir Graham Wylie Foundation have been made the official charity partner of Come Together Festival
The Sir Graham Wylie Foundation have been made the official charity partner of Come Together Festival. COME TOGETHER FESTIVAL – 19 NEW ACTS UNVEILED FOR KINGS OF LEON’S FRIDAY HEADLINE SHOW INCLUDING THE REYTONS, THE CRI
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Address
Sir Graham Wylie Foundation
Estate Office
Close House
Heddon on the Wall
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 0HT
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