March 2, 2026 General News ‘I still have a lot more to give’ – Ali Johnson, ex-WSL and England U20 defender
February 23, 2026 General News Sue Bridgewater and Gareth Farrelly appointed as new Foundation Trustees
Confidential This fund provides time-limited financial support to beneficiaries who have a family with school-aged children experiencing financial hardship during the summer holidays. Beneficiaries meeting the criteria have access to a financial grant to assist with basic day to day family living costs such as food provisions during school holidays, the provision of school uniform, holidays clubs and educational resource. Applications will be processed based on the information provided. Applications will only be processed where all questions have been answered. Knowingly providing false or misleading information could lead to a criminal offence being committed. 1. Applicant Details Title First Name* Last Name* Address and Postcode* Email address* Contact telephone number* Date of Birth* Age PFA Number Date joined the PFA Details of club history (to include relevant seasons)* 2. Household and Family Details Are you the parent or legal guardian of the child/children living in your household?* Please selectYesNo Number of children in your household?* Child 1 Details Name Date of Birth Age School/College Current Year Group Child 2 Details Name Date of Birth Age School/College Current Year Group Child 3 Details Name Date of Birth Age School/College Current Year Group Child 4 Details Name Date of Birth Age School/College Current Year Group 3. Financial Circumstances Current employment status Employed (Full Time)Employed (Part Time)Self-EmployedUnemployedOther What is your occupation? Are You? SingleMarried/Civil partnership/living with partnerSeparatedDivorcedWidowed Partner current employment status Employed (Full Time)Employed (Part Time)Self-EmployedUnemployedOther What is your partners occupation? Please confirm your total household gross annual income* Below £52,400Above £52,400 Self - Annual Salary £ Salary - gross figure* Salary - 2nd job gross figure £ Partner - Annual Salary £ Salary - gross figure Salary - 2nd job gross figure £ Please select your accommodation type Own homeRented local authority/housing associationPrivate rentedSheltered housingShared ownershipResidential CareLiving with parents Are you responsible for the household bills?* —Please choose an option—YesNo Are you in receipt of any means tested benefits?* —Please choose an option—YesNo Self Universal Credit £ Pension Credit £ Income Support £ Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) £ Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) £ Child Tax Credit £ Working Tax Credit £ Partner Universal Credit £ Pension Credit £ Income Support £ Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) £ Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) £ Child Tax Credit £ Working Tax Credit £ How will you spend this grant? i.e., school uniform, school holiday food provisions etc.* 4. Grant payment Name of Bank* Name on Account* Account No* Sort Code* 5. Declaration I confirm that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I confirm this grant will be used for the purpose it is intended. I understand that this grant is intended as a contribution towards essential costs and not to cover all expenses in full. * Please make sure you have agreed to the above declaration by ticking the box. We are unable to process your application unless this is done. By signing this form, you acknowledge agreement to the use of information provided in line with The Players Foundation GDPR Policy. Type Name of beneficiary / person completing the form* Date* Relationship to beneficiary? (if applicable) Do you hold an LPA if signing on behalf of beneficiary —Please choose an option—YesNo 6. Documentation Required Proof of household income (last 3 months’ payslips or latest tax return if self-employed for both parties) Please enclose an official letter confirming proof of your benefits payment (if applicable) If you have not provided your PFA membership number, we will require proof you meet our beneficial class i.e., copy of an old playing contract. Proof of photo identification, this can be in the form of a photocard driving licence or passport and a copy of an official letter confirming your address.
