Game Changing Support
This is the charities new initiative designed to revolutionise the way financial assistance reaches those in need. This program aims to streamline the support process through a series of fixed-term focused campaigns. By targeting pressing and relevant issues, Game Changing Support ensures that beneficiaries receive timely and effective aid, making a tangible difference to their lives.
Join us in this mission to provide efficient, impactful support and create a lasting positive change in the football community.
Educational Resources 2024
The Players Foundation launched our Educational Resources in September 2024. This fund is now closed.
This one-time fund was available to help our beneficiaries acquire essential educational resources.
Who could apply?
Play or have played or trained with a club in the English Premier League and or Football League or any successor competition.
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Have a personal income of less than £25k.
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Be in full-time college/university education.
Family Support 2024
The Players Foundation launched our Family Support fund in May 2024. This fund has now closed and all eligible beneficiaries who applied have received payment.
The UK has been experiencing rising household costs. Many of our beneficiaries with young families are struggling with basic day to day expenses. As part of our commitment to identify and support our beneficiaries, we have established a Family Support fund for 2024.
Who was eligible for a Family Support Grant?
· Anyone who plays or has played or trained with a club in the English Premier League and or Football League or any successor competition.
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· Currently receiving means-tested benefits (such as Universal Credit or Pension Credit) OR has a household income of less than £50k pa
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· Has dependants under the age of 18
What could a Family Support grant be used for?
The grant could be used to support the beneficiary with any day to day costs such as food provisions during school holidays, school uniforms and educational resources.
100%
of all applicants met qualifying criteria and received a grantA massive thanks
I received an email from the Players Foundation informing me of a grant I might be eligible for. After having a quick look, It was nice to see I was. The process was incredibly simple and took 15 minutes, but the impact of a grant has been huge. As a family, we have struggled financially over the last couple of years and although we have tried many things to make things 'easier', it's continued to be tough. This grant has allowed us to collectively 'take a breath', and afford some essentials such as nursery fees, household bills etc...
A massive thanks to the Players Fund and those who work to ensure this is available to ex-players.
Matt - Ex Professional Football Player.
Can't speak highly enough
I first heard about The Players Foundation from my CEO Mark Lovell at Argyle Community Trust. He had received an email from The Players Foundation regarding a potential Family Support Fund on offer for ex professional football players.
I completed the online application and was delighted to receive a family support grant which has helped my family financially in a significant way. With the current cost of living, the support received has been greatly appreciated.
I would certainly recommend the The Players Foundation and can’t speak highly enough of the support they are trying to provide for their beneficiaries”.
Jamie - Ex Professional Football Player
75%
of all applicants met qualifying criteria and received a grantCost of Living 2024
The UK has been experiencing a cost-of-living crisis since 2021 and most people have experienced a serious impact to their way of life since then. As part of our commitment to identify and support our beneficiaries, we have established a fund in January 2024 to support our beneficiaries with Cost-of-Living grants. This fund has now closed and all eligible beneficiaries who applied have received payment.
Who was eligible for a Cost-of-Living grant?
- Anyone that plays or has played or trained with a club in the English Premier League and or Football League or any successor competition.
AND
- Currently receiving means tested benefits (such as Universal Credit or Pension Credit)
What could a Cost-of-Living grant be used for?
The grant could be used to support the beneficiary with any living costs such as rent, utility bills and food.
Caring professionals that were so helpful
It's over 61 years since this photo was taken and maybe not as agile today. Been waiting for 5 years for operation on my left hip ( not a simple hip replacement ) so wrote to the Players Foundation for assistance.and help.
Someone to talk was maybe all I was looking for so it was great to find a team of caring professionals that were so helpful, They agreed to organise a reclining chair for me and I obtained 3 quotes for a handmade made to measure chair to my spec to include a Gel base for pressure points ect. At the same time I had help on claiming Attendance Allowance as I'm in need of help night and day.. Was awarded the highest rate of the allowance which helps.. So still no operation yet but can watch footie on the box in comfort!!!!!
We can't thank The Players Foundation enough
The support we received from The Players Foundation in providing Tony with a powerchair, has given us the freedom to take Tony on days out and allowed us to bring him home for Christmas lunch, which was the first time in 2 years, it was extremely emotional, but wonderful.
This has made a massive difference to us all, and we can’t thank The Players Foundation enough.
Tony & Janine Screen