The Lighthouse Charity has been nominated as the front of shirt sponsor for Plymouth Argyle’s men’s third kit for the duration of the 2026/27 Sky Bet League One season.
The organisation was put forward by Classic Builders, main front of shirt sponsor and a long term supporter of both Argyle and the charity.
Lighthouse Charity provides 24/7 holistic support to the UK and Ireland construction community, covering all aspects of emotional, physical and financial wellbeing. This support is delivered through its free and confidential 24/7 helpline and 1:1 online chat service as well as through the free Lighthouse Charity app.
The charity’s #MakeItVisible team visits construction sites across the country, sharing their own lived experiences and helping to reduce the stigma of starting a conversation and creating a safe space for people to talk. In addition, free soft skills and leadership training is provided through the charity’s Wellbeing Academy, offering a variety of platforms to suit every learning style.
Classic Builders, a well-renowned building firm that operates throughout the South West, is led by four lifelong Argyle fans; Fred Bennetton, Adam Brimacombe, Darren Wills, and Jason Battle. The company has also been a stalwart supporter of the Lighthouse Charity South West region for a number of years and was keen to raise awareness of the issues affecting too many in the construction industry.
Fred said: “We’re absolutely delighted to return as front-of-shirt sponsors of Plymouth Argyle and we immediately wanted to use this opportunity to give something back to our community and our long standing charity partner, the Lighthouse Charity.
“I started in construction as an apprentice bricklayer in 1986 and it’s an amazing industry to work in. It also has its challenges so we wanted to raise awareness of the Lighthouse Charity and the fantastic work they do to support our workforce. Being in the position of being able to give something back to our community makes us incredibly proud and emotional and our amazing relationship with the Lighthouse Charity means that we are helping to change and save lives.
Fred continued: “Seeing our name on the home shirts still brings a lump to my throat, and now seeing the Lighthouse Charity’s name on the third kit shirts is the equivalent of lifting a trophy for us.”
The third kit was proudly worn for the first time by the ‘Pilgrims’ on Saturday 22nd August in their away match to Wycombe Wanderers which resulted in a draw after Argyle took an early lead.
Sarah Bolton, CEO of the Lighthouse Charity, added: “We’re absolutely delighted that our charity has been nominated as Argyle’s third kit shirt sponsor. This amazing opportunity has been made possible by our long term supporters Classic Builders who have been incredibly generous in shining a spotlight on the Lighthouse Charity and the work we do to support our construction community.
“Football connects people, especially within construction, so seeing our logo and charity name front and centre on the shirts is a very proud moment for us.”
The shirts and other gift items are available now from the Plymouth Argyle Online shop
If you or anyone you know is struggling, reach out for 24/7 free and confidential support:
24/7 Helplines: 0345 605 1956 (UK), 1800 939 122 (ROI)
24/7 1:1 online chat: www.lighthousecharity.org
Main image (top): Will Evans of Plymouth Argyle shields the ball during the Sky Bet League One match versus Wycombe Wanderers at Adams Park on August 22nd, 2026 (Photo by Mitch Davidson – Summit Motion Media).
