Four days before the derby against Castres, the Stade Toulousain, one of France’s most successful rugby teams, traveled to Geneva for a special event. Key players like Antoine Dupont, Thomas Ramos, Julien Marchand, Blair Kinghorn, and Jack Willis, along with coaches Ugo Mola and Didier Lacroix, attended a charity gala hosted by the Servette Rugby Club. This event was not a break from their usual schedule but rather an extension of the club’s broader responsibilities beyond the rugby field. The Stade Toulousain’s players are preparing for the derby, which will take place in Castres on Saturday. While some players are recovering from injuries or resting, others are managing their international commitments. This week of preparation, though intense, also includes the team's ongoing involvement in various charitable and public duties, which have become a regular part of being a member of the club. In Geneva, the team’s presence had a direct impact on a fundraising auction held during the evening. The proceeds from the auction will be split between the Stade Toulousain Foundation and causes chosen by the players. Items up for sale included signed jerseys, boots, and unique experiences within the club. In 2025, the foundation’s previous gala raised 218,320 euros, including ticket sales, highlighting the team’s ongoing commitment to community support. The foundation focuses on areas such as youth development, health, disability, the environment, and equality. Each player has selected a cause close to their heart, including TOTO for Antoine Dupont and Sport & Cancer for Jack Willis. This event also serves as a platform to promote rugby in Switzerland, where the sport is still growing in popularity. The Servette Rugby Club, which was re-established in 2014, has risen to the French National 2 league, and the visit by Toulouse is helping to build a stronger connection between Swiss and European rugby. The gala, which had 408 seats available, is expected to be fully booked, according to Le Progrès. Despite the ticket price of 112 euros per person, all tickets were sold out after the Servette announced the arrival of Dupont and his teammates during the summer.