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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23rd October 2024
Friday 25th October 2024
7th November 2024
20th November 2024
3rd October 2024
For the International day of Older Persons on October 1st, we caught up with Extra Time participant Roger, to find out what the programme means to him.
1st October 2024
An opportunity for Year 10 & 11 students to find out more about studying with the Foundation in 2025/26
25th September 2024
The Nest is offering affordable dinners and play sessions every week-day afternoon, 4pm - 6pm
24th September 2024
Saturday 21st September saw the return of the Foundation Takeover Day, as Norwich City Football Club shone a spotlight on our charity work during their fixture vs Watford.
10th September 2024
Sunday 8th September saw nearly 7000 people complete the eighth edition of Run Norwich, including over 500 Community Sports Foundation runners.
20th August 2024
On Monday 19th August, children on our goalkeeping residential at The Nest were treated to a special visit from four Norwich City first-team 'keepers.
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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