Read the Play inks partnership with Morris

READ the Play (RTP) has announced a new partnership with Geelong-based business Morris Finance.

Through this partnership, Morris will support the continued delivery of RTP’s preventative mental health literacy programs across sporting clubs and community settings.

RTP’s evidence-informed programs equip young people, parents and clubs with practical tools to recognise early signs of mental health challenges, build resilience and foster supportive environments within sport.

Morris will also become the major sponsor of Read the Play’s Game Changers Leadership Program, a youth-led initiative empowering young people aged 14 to 20 from local sporting clubs to lead conversations around mental health and drive positive change within their communities.

The sponsorship will support the continued growth of the program, enabling more young leaders to access opportunities to build confidence, connection and leadership skills through sport.

Both organisations said the partnership showed their commitment to building genuine relationships and delivering meaningful outcomes for the communities they serve.

RTP general manager Michelle Gerdtz welcomed Morris becoming RTP’s official business finance partner.

“This partnership provides important momentum for Read the Play as we continue to grow,” she said.

“Support from Morris strengthens our capacity to deliver evidence-informed programs and deepen our impact across the Barwon region.”

Morris managing director Scott Valle said the business was proud to contribute to preventative mental health initiatives that create lasting change.

“At Morris, we believe strong communities are built through genuine partnerships,” he said.

“Supporting Read the Play and becoming major sponsor of the Game Changers Leadership Program allows us to invest in young people and help create sporting environments where mental health conversations are encouraged and supported.

“Community is central to Morris, and we’re proud to back initiatives that empower young people and create stronger, more connected places to live and play.”