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Community
Development
The Foundation are committed to creating stronger, more cohesive and confident communities in which people feel safe, welcomed and connected.
91
participants over the age of 55
366
participants took part in development centres
183
members of the Armed Forces Community supported
171
young people took part in evening sports activities
Community Projects
Armed Forces Support
We offer opportunities for one-to-one support with our Support Officer. Breakfast cafe's and weekly football sessions are also arranged to have the chance to socialise with fellow Veteran's.
Champions Project
Champions is an innovative programme supporting young people, aged 10-25, with experience of or at risk of offending behaviours. The programme is confidential and non-judgemental.
Development Centres
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday the Foundation hosts multiple football development sessions suitable for ages 2-16 and for both boys and girls. It doesn't affect any grassroot clubs.
Extra Time
A two hour session at Hope Church in Lytham St Anne's every Tuesday for over 55s to attend. They have the choice to go for a 'walk and talk' and then come back for a brew and an activity for the final hour.
Football Rehabilitation
Every Wednesday 12:00-13:00 we invite people over the age of 18 who are in need of further support. This is a chance to improve their mental wellbeing, as well any joint or muscle pain.
Football Welcomes
Home to our 2024 Community Captain, Mohamed Hashim. Football Welcomes is a project designed to bring Refugees and Asylum seekers together to meet new people and get to know the local area.
Health and Wellbeing
Several projects fall under Health and Wellbeing, with the objective to encourage and help participants to improve their lifestyle. Such as fitness through football or Fit Fylde.
Just Join In
Just Join in is a multi-sports project open to children who are living with a disability. Our experienced and qualified coaches deliver a range of sports and activities with the chance to take part in local competitions.
Kirkham Companions
Kirkham Community Centre is where we invite people over the age of 55 to attend a two hour long session where they can socialise with other people and take part in activities.
NCS
Want to have a positive impact in your local area, meet new people and learn new skills? Then our NCS programme could be just the thing for you. Suitable for year 11 or year 12 students.
Our Time
The Foundation works alongside local schools to deliver weekly sessions to people aged 10-16, that provide relief and escapism from issues at home whilst building their confidence and self-esteem.
School Holiday Camps
Every school half-term or end of term the Foundation has a Soccer School at Fylde Sports and Education Centre, an Activity Camp in Kirkham and an Activity Camp in Warton.
Youth Provision
A new project called 'Kirkham Kicks' has just been set up at Kirkham Memorial Park for ages 8-16. It's a light paced football session and a chance to socialise with all abilities welcome.
And much more...
The Foundation often hosts events such as Easter bingo, Annual Charity Golf Days and Christmas Appeals etc., to bring life to the community but also help raise money that will go to a good cause.