We use the power of sport to support and inspire our community. Our charitable objectives are driving inclusion for people with disabilities, boosting mental health and wellbeing, and supporting disadvantaged people to raise their aspirations.
The Community Sports Foundation are committed to developing environments where everyone feels safe, valued and respected through our Canary Safe standards.
20% of people in Norfolk have a disability, which is higher than the national average.
The Foundation works to provide inclusive environments that meet the needs of those taking part, so that they may enjoy the benefits of sport.
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An estimated 38,000 people in Norfolk experience loneliness.
We use the physical and social benefits of sport to improve people’s mental health and physical wellbeing. Our work helps to combat loneliness, anxiety, and inactivity for people in Norfolk.
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Norfolk has the third highest school exclusion rate among rural counties.
Sport and Norwich City Football Club are powerful tools for engaging with harder to reach groups and inspiring them to raise their aspirations, and reach their potential.
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The Foundation also operates a range of affordable services that provide widespread community engagement and positive impact, such as our school sports programme, and kids’ courses.
Any surplus created is reinvested to support our charitable objectives.
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27th November 2023 - 18th December 2023
2nd May 2024 - 6th May 2024
9th May 2024
18th May 2024
28th November 2023
The Foundation used last week to thank everyone involved with the charity in 2023, recognising the hard work and dedication put into making sure the Foundation continues to thrive and prosper.
17th November 2023
On Wednesday 15th of November, 280 people from the Norfolk Business Leaders network attended the awards dinner at Carrow Road stadium.
13th November 2023
Last week was the EFL Week of Action, which saw Norwich City Football Club highlight the fantastic work we do here for the community at the Foundation.
9th November 2023
Jack was finding school difficult and was low on confidence but then he began attending our Onside programme and now he's right back on track!
6th November 2023
We recently rewarded our Onside participants with an exciting afternoon of activities at Carrow Road, including a stadium tour, football training, and smoothie making.
26th October 2023
Earlier this week, The Nest hosted the second annual instalment of the Girls’ Canary Cup, welcoming travelling teams from across the country.
When you donate a little each month, you will be helping to transform the lives of local people of all ages who need our support – giving them the opportunity to connect with others like them, feel happier and healthier in themselves, and raise their aspirations.
We have Soccer Schools running at venues across Norfolk & Suffolk, and whether participants are new to football, or are already a budding Canary superstar, the Soccer Schools programme has been put together to provide a fun, holiday activity at an affordable price.
As Norwich City Football Club's official charity partner, we help thousands of people every year achieve their goals through sport, supporting some of the most disadvantaged, disabled and talented people across Norfolk. Our vision is to support, inspire, and improve our community.
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