Parma, October 1, 2025 – Sport as an opportunity to grow, time spent together as a tool for inclusion. With these goals in mind, Always With Blue, a social responsibility project launched by Parma Calcio in 2023 on World Autism Awareness Day. Today it has grown into an association dedicated to activities that unite families, children and communities.

On Sunday afternoon, the children of the association enjoyed a special experience at Rebecca’s Farm in Bastelli, a place dedicated to rescuing and caring for injured, mistreated or in-need animals.  Respect and care for the most vulnerable animals come to life here, and even the youngest children can experience those values firsthand. 

The initiative was made possible thanks to the collaboration with Linde, a leading company in the industrial and medical gas sector, with a long history of socially impactful projects. For example, specialised therapists from Centro Estia, an organisation that offers educational and therapeutic programs to people with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Together with their family, friends and volunteers, the children took part in two workshops. The first was a creative exercise in which they world with images and visual material, turning the activity into a chance to express themselves and play. The second involved directly engaging with the farm animals. They were able to watch them, care for them and approach them in a hands-on experience of connection and discovery.

In the coming weeks, Always With Blue will resume its swimming program at the Ego Village pool in Collecchio, a place that has long supported young athletes to grow and connect with others.

Through Always With Blue and initiatives like this, the Club seeks to go beyond the pitch, creating value for the local community and fostering more inclusive and mindful communities.