Non-Profit Organisation Awards 2025, Acquisition International | 9 Leading Sport & Education Community Impact Charity 2025 nited by a firm belief in the power of sport and community to transform lives, Barnsley FC Community Trust delivers services relating to the four primary areas of health, education, participation, and inclusion. Across every activity it runs and every initiative it spearheads, the aim for this charity is to make a real difference and a have a lasting impact. This is reflected through the impressive results it receives, and, in the 2024-25 football season alone, the team delivered more than £16 million worth of social value. This charity’s commitment to creating a community that is healthier, stronger, and more inclusive is nurtured constantly, with the 47-strong team behind the organisation all united under the overarching vision of raising the aspirations and enhancing the lives of those it serves. Given it is a part of Barnsley FC, the charity can leverage the power of this historic club to reach as many people and change as many lives as it can. All of the people at the heart of Barnsley FC Community Trust are local to the area, meaning they have seen first-hand the work that needs to be done to support those living in some of Barnsley’s most deprived areas. To nurture an improved quality of life for people across these communities, the charity runs a diverse range of programmes focusing on the needs of different segments, bolstering its impact in the process. For example, in the case of children and young people, the team here run grassroots sports and holiday clubs, as well as educational programmes designed to help these groups stay active, improve their confidence, develop their skills, and set goals for their future. Barnsley FC Community Trust is supported in the delivery of these activities by partner organisations including the Premier League and the English Football League, seen through programmes such as Premier League Kicks. When it comes to young adults, those between 16 and 19 years of age, Barnsley FC Community Trust delivers support in the form of educational pathways to brighter futures, including the likes of Level 2 and 3 courses and foundation degrees within fields such as sports coaching and development. These initiatives help young people to gain invaluable qualifications, improve their prospects, and boost employability skills. Alongside its work with children and young adults, Barnsley FC Community Trust is also a firm believer in offering support to adults suffering with their physical or mental health. To do so, the team run programmes inclusive of exercise sessions and mental health-based initiatives, as well as providing a host of opportunities to reduce social isolation, the latter of which is especially important for older adults. “We run activities like walking football and social groups aimed at keeping older adults active, socially connected, and engaged with their community. ” Beyond this, the team behind Barnsley FC Community Trust are equally passionate about inclusion, especially when it comes to sport. Driving this, they are proud to offer accessible sports, education, and local activities for individuals with additional educational needs and disabilities. Across these sessions, the main focus is on fostering a sense of belonging, as well as promoting confidence and general wellbeing. Finally, Barnsley FC Community Trust works closely with local schools through programmes such as Premier League Primary Stars – which combines sport and learning to empower students and allow them to thrive both inside and outside the classroom environment – and provides a slew of volunteering opportunities for those within the borough looking to give back, develop new skills, and support the delivery of these initiatives. Across this unrivalled suite of charitable services, Barnsley FC Community Trust offers something for everyone within the Barnsley area. Its reach is exceeded only by its impact and be it through the 99% retention rate on its post-16 education programme, the more than 80 sessions it delivers per week, or the 186 player appearances it provided across the 2024/25 season – breaking its previous record – the charity is transforming lives. More information on Barnsley FC Community Trust or any of the programmes mentioned above can be found using the link below. Contact: community@barnsleyfc.co.uk Company: Barnsley FC Community Trust Web Address: https://barnsleyfccommunity.co.uk/ Barnsley FC Community Trust is the charitable arm of Barnsley FC and a registered charity determined to make a real difference across its local community. The team here work incessantly to deliver a range of charitable and community-driven activities and initiatives throughout the wider borough, with their extensive reach seeing anywhere between 10,000 and 15,000 beneficiaries engaged with every season – from two-yearolds to 100-year-olds and everyone in between. U
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