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Janet and John

21st December 2022in , /by

This is not an article extoling the virtues of the famous early reading books but one that pays a well-deserved tribute to two people who have made a massive contribution to the communities of their Football Clubs and had a significant impact on the lives of thousands of people. Janet Preston, Head of Morecambe FC […]

EFL LAUNCHES ‘TOGETHER – SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES’ TO HELP HOUSEHOLDS DURING COST-OF-LIVING CRISIS

30th November 2022in /by

The EFL has today launched ‘Together – Supporting Communities’ an initiative to support the communities and fans of the 72 League Clubs during the cost-of-living crisis. The scheme will see EFL Clubs provide community services and matchday offers to help people in challenging economic times and will contribute towards the Government’s ‘Help for Households’ initiative. […]

Lee’s Story: “I honestly don’t know where I’d be without FIT FANS. It’s made me have a much more positive outlook and feel more in control of my life’”

18th November 2022in , /by

After losing his parents Lee spiralled into a depression that affected his confidence and self-motivation. For 6 years Lee retreated into himself, he did very little activity and his mental health was declining, to the point he sought professional help. Daily takeaways and a craving for sugary drinks, coupled with the lack of activity meant […]

EFL TRUST AND THE FA TO HELP BOOST THE NEXT GENERATION OF LIONESSES

15th November 2022in /by

Thousands of young women and girls from across the country will have the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the Lionesses, following an expansion of a programme between the EFL Trust and The FA. The Talent Inclusion Programme helps identify talented female participants from all parts of the community and will now be run […]

Queen Elizabeth II: Obituary

9th September 2022in /by

Yesterday , the EFL Trust was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty, The Queen Elizabeth II.   Elizabeth II, born 21 April 1926 as the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York, began her reign as Head of the Commonwealth and Queen Regnant of several independent countries in 1952. Home […]

The EFL Trust gains ‘Excellent’ Merlin Standard

8th August 2022in , /by

The EFL Trust, the charitable arm of the EFL, has been awarded an ‘Excellent’ Merlin Standard accreditation assessment in supply chain management and has also  received 97% rating from Pharos Response for NCS Delivery. Since the EFL Trust was established in 2008 to oversee the diverse work of EFL Club Community Organisations, the organisation has […]

Wembley Dreams Come True in Utilita Kids Cup

20th May 2022in , /by

Over 20,000 children have taken part in the Utiltia Kids and Girls Cups this year, all with the dream of playing at Wembley. For 48 children that dream, one that only a select few professional footballers ever achieve, will come true over the next two weekends     Take a look at how our six remaining […]

Decency: “FIT FANS has changed my life physically and mentally”

28th February 2022in , /by

Decency attended FIT FANS hosted by Luton Town Community Trust prior to the turn of the new year where she exceeded her own expectations. Prior to the course, she had clear objectives to get fitter, gain knowledge around nutrition and food choices all whilst learning more about herself. With the course designed to push participants […]