Declan Rugby 4 All

Celebrating the life of Declan Harnett and supporting his passion for grassroots rugby in Aberdeen.

Vision

The vision of Declan Rugby 4 All charity is to promote and support the engagement of grassroots rugby in and around Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City.

Mission

To foster and enhance the participation of grassroots rugby across Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City, creating inclusive opportunities for all ages and abilities to develop their skills, build community, and experience the positive impact of rugby.

Values

Be open and honest

Recognise individual worth

Build relationships through trust

Act based on individuals’ aspirations and needs

Be accountable for our actions

Our Story

On 26th December 2022, we lost our dear friend Declan to a sudden cardiac arrest.

Just days before, we had spent an evening together — sharing curry, a few beers, and plenty of laughs. Like always, the conversation drifted to old memories, plans, and everything we still wanted to do. It was a simple night, but one that has come to mean everything to us.

Declan was someone who brought people together. He had a natural way of making everyone feel included, valued, and part of something bigger. Whether through rugby or everyday life, he built friendships that lasted and created a sense of community wherever he went.

In the time after losing him, we knew we wanted to do something that reflected who he was and what he stood for — something positive that could carry his spirit forward.

Declan Rugby for All was born from that desire.

It is our way of honouring a friend who meant so much to so many, and of ensuring that his impact continues to be felt in the communities he cared about.