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PROJECT DESCRIPTION

4.1 million children in the UK are living in poverty. 40% of these children are overweight, they are three times more likely to suffer from their mental health, and 81% don't participate in any sports clubs at all. Our sports programmes empower these children to have fun and believe they can achieve anything. They get the opportunity to try a range of brand-new sports, and introduce their favourite as part of their routine for at least 10 weeks, aiming to make life-long changes.

Beneficiaries

  • Children / Young People

    Primary school children aged 7-9 who participate in our programme to find a sport they love, creating healthier, more active lives. Secondary school children aged 14-15 who gain a leadership qualification through our Young Leader training programme.

  • Number of beneficiaries - 275

    250 Children and 25 Young Leaders

Geographic reach

  • England: Greater London
BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

275

250 Children and 25 Young Leaders

SIZE OF PROJECT PER ANNUM

£20,000.00

TIMELINE

Feb 2026 Onwards

Project Outcome Targets

35% of children increase enjoyment of and confidence in sport and 40% improve mental wellbeing.

25% of all children from the festival (including those who were inactive) join sports clubs.

75% of YLs will increase at least 1 employability skill, e.g. confidence, leadership or teamwork.

Project Activities

  • Team Spirit Workshop at primary schools, promoting confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship and effort.

  • Festival with 6 new sports, competing to win the Team Spirit trophy awarded for trying your best.

  • Legacy club following festival at primary school with chosen sport, delivered by local sports coach.

  • Young Leader Training to improve employability skills, confidence, teamwork and leadership.

  • Collaborating with schools throughout programme, building relationships with local sports providers.

Resources Needed For The Project

Resource Description Quantity needed When needed How this donation supports the project (Enabling Actions or KPIs)
MONEY Funding to deliver a one-day multi-sport festival, 10 weeks of sports club provision and young leader training. 1 project Flexible Enables one festival and 10 weeks of clubs at each school, supporting 250 children and 25 young leaders.
Project Impact and Partners
IMPACT REPORTING

Bi-annually

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UN SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
How we monitor the quality and results of our work

Baseline, post-festival and end of programme surveys from schools on physical and mental wellbeing.