Jena, May 16, 2026. During the last home game of the Science City Jena basketball team against Heidelberg, the focus was not only on sporting success. Through various activities and the support of local companies, over 3,500 Euros were raised for a good cause.
- Event: Charity Game during the home game of Science City Jena against Heidelberg
- Amount Donated: Over 3,500 Euros (50/50 split between both projects)
- Beneficiary Projects: AndersGleich e.V. and Ronald McDonald Haus Jena (previously selected by fans)
- Sources of Income: Auction of special jerseys (2,542 Euros), deposit donations from fans (1,026 Euros)
- Sponsor Participation: IBA Jena, Ingenieurbüro Thomas Heppner and Inventer GmbH (100 Euros per three-pointer, 30 Euros per free throw)
Fans and Sponsors Show Heart
The support from Science City Jena supporters was clearly palpable at the recent home game. The auction of exclusive special jerseys alone generated a sum of 2,542 Euros, which will benefit AndersGleich e.V. Additionally, spectators showed a high willingness to donate when returning their empties: through donated deposit cups, another 1,026 Euros flowed into the fund, which is intended for the Ronald McDonald Haus in Jena.
These amounts were topped up by sports-motivated sponsorship. The local companies IBA Jena, the Ingenieurbüro Thomas Heppner, and Inventer GmbH rewarded the accurate actions of the Jena basket hunters. For every successful three-point shot, the companies jointly donated 100 Euros, and every converted free throw brought in another 30 Euros. The final total proceeds were split equally between the two social projects selected by the fans in advance.
Background: Social Engagement in Jena Sports
Professional sports clubs in Jena, such as Science City, regularly use their reach for charitable purposes. The Ronald McDonald Haus near the Universitätsklinikum Jena in Lobeda has been offering a temporary home to families of seriously ill children for years, so that parents can remain in close proximity during treatments that often last for weeks. The association AndersGleich e.V. is actively committed to acceptance, diversity, and the equality of marginalized groups in the region. Such charity games bundle spectator interest in the arena in Burgau, which holds thousands of fans during home games, to specifically secure financial support for local aid services.
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Over 3,500 Euros for a good cause at the Charity Game
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