Family Support 2025

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Family Support 2025 grant!

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Family Support 2025

This initiative has been created in response to the continued rise in household costs across the UK, which has left many of our beneficiaries, particularly those with young families, struggling to manage everyday expenses.


As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting those in need, this fund will provide financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries, helping them cover essential day-to-day costs such as food provisions during school holidays, school uniforms, and educational resources.

Who can apply?

To qualify, the applicant must:

✔ Have played or trained, with a club in the English Premier League and/or Football League (or any successor competition).

✔ Be currently receiving means-tested benefits (e.g., Universal Credit, Pension Credit) OR have a household income below £50k per year.

✔ Have dependants under the age of 18.

Applications are now and you can apply at https://theplayersfoundation.org/family-support-2025-application/.

FAQs

  • anyone who plays or has played or trained with a club in the English Premier League and or Football League or any successor competition,
  • in receipt of a means tested benefit, or have a household income below £50k per year
  • have dependents under the age of 18

Online at www.theplayersfoundation.org and completing the online application form

  • Official letter confirming proof of your full-time enrolment,
  • copies of the last 3 months pay slips (if employed), if self-employed your latest tax return or proof of your benefits statement,
  • 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
  • Applications will not be processed without ALL of the requested documentation.

Real-world help for people in real need

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Support with bathroom adaptations

“Further to the support you kindly provided to my father in the form of the financial support for the new downstairs bathroom: Just to let you know I was home over Christmas and New Year. The new bathroom is now complete and to let you know that it has made such a difference to my Dad. No more rushing, stress or accidents. We can't thank you enough for your support. It really has made such a positive difference to him.“

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Support with welfare rights

“Just dropping you a quick email to declare my thanks for your assistance regarding my Industrial Injury Benefit case. The hearing was earlier today, and I was grateful to finally get things off my chest & I believe it went well whatever the outcome. I was assisted by Mark Skinner who was absolutely fantastic, both in today’s hearing and also being immensely helpful in helping me prepare. He was knowledgeable, calming and definitely helped me when I was out of my comfort zone. I am truly grateful for all of the assistance from you and Mark.“

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Support from DISC courses

“Louise & Emma - Thanks for all your support which has been invaluable, and I often pass on your tips to friends - hope you don't mind - not only former players but general public. You are amazing and probably don't realise what a difference you make to so many lives. Angels!!!!!“

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