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Blackburn Rovers Community Trust helping dads open up about grief

Everybody experiences grief, and while it might affect people in different ways, many can find it helps to share experiences with others. That’s exactly what Alex, who has been attending a new bereavement programme launched by Blackburn Rovers Community Trust, thinks. Blackburn Rovers Dads FC promote football sessions that provide a supportive and stable environment […]

EFL in the Community honoured with Silver Status via MoD Award 

EFL in the Community has been honoured with a prestigious award for its support to the Armed Forces community.  The EFL’s charitable arm has achieved the Ministry of Defence Silver Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme, thanks to its ongoing support and work with veterans and the wider armed forces community.  In 2023, the EFL […]

Saints Foundation Helps Jess Overcome Adversity

“I don’t think any of us can understand the challenges Jess has faced but she’s still been able to come to school, achieve what she has and then be a key part of our projects in such a short space of time, she really is phenomenal.” The words of Saints Foundations Community Champion James about […]

Barry’s beloved Leeds United helps his fitness journey

Barry Larkin is a well-known face around Elland Road for fans and staff alike. His affiliation with the club stretches back over 50 years to the 1973/74 season. Known for his larger-than-life character and his wearing of shorts no matter what the Yorkshire weather brings, you can often hear his voice echoing “PROGRAMMES!” before you […]

“Kenny is a true representation of Crewe Alexandra in the Community”

Crewe Alexandra in the Community, alongside the Club, have built partnerships with over 100 local organisations to help generate resources and support their communities. These partnerships focus on understanding their communities’ priorities and needs and then delivering the most effective forms of intervention and practice. A key player in many of these partnerships is inspirational […]

How Oxford United in the Community is supporting asylum seekers

Oxford United in the Community are showing how football unites people within their community. The U’s run Oxford Phoenix FC, a team for Asylum Seekers many of which are housed close to the Kassam Stadium. This crucial provision, which includes weekly playing opportunities in a fun and safe space, uses football to connect individuals seeking […]

Emily Gets a Headstart with Bolton Wanderers in the Community

“My biggest fear about moving to high school was bullies and people making fun of me. I felt nervous and scared, however Ollie from Bolton Wanderers in the Community really helped me overcome my fear,” Emily, Headstart participant with Bolton Wanderers in the Community. Bolton Wanderers are one of ten Football Clubs in the North […]