Bloomsbury Football Foundation’s mission is to tackle health and social inequalities. We do this by breaking down barriers to accessing the transformative benefits of football, which, as the most popular sport on earth, is a powerful way to reach young people.
Taking place on housing estates, in schools, and at community centres, our programmes support over 5,500 young people every week. Our Financial Assistance model and inclusive sessions ensure no child is turned away, regardless of ability to pay or play.
WHY WE EXIST
Bloomsbury Football Foundation helps young people win at life.
We’re tackling the inactivity pandemic and mental health crisis affecting young people by breaking down financial and social barriers to the life-changing power of the beautiful game.
WHY FOOTBALL?
Football improves mental and physical health
Playing with Bloomsbury Football gives young people the access to the many mental and physical benefits of regular physical activity, as well as providing a support network by welcoming them into our London-wide community.
Football builds stronger communities
Our financial support model ensures that no young person is priced out of play, and our sessions bring young people from a wide range of backgrounds together. This tackles the increasing social division in our city, and teaches young people to play as a team and communicate more effectively.
Football teaches life skills
Football is a reflection of the wider world – the lessons we learn on the pitch can be used far beyond the side lines. By presenting the beautiful game as a microcosm of society, we are able to teach valuable skills to young people that will help them to achieve their goals throughout their life.
OUR PROGRAMMES
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Every holiday, I love seeing all the Bloomsbury coaches and making new friends. Every day is always different and fun, and I always go back to school with new skills.
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Bloomsbury Football have done a fantastic job in making high quality sport opportunities available to girls. In just a few years, Bloomsbury Football have changed the landscape for girls’ sport in the capital. It’s truly inspiring to see so many girls smiling, making friends and getting active.
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Playing football with Bloomsbury is the best thing! They’re the best coaches that can help you with everything and are always caring about us.
Player in the refugee programme