our most successful & impactful year
At AFC Wimbledon Foundation, we believe football has the power to change lives.
From our home at the Cherry Red Records Stadium, we work at the heart of our community to support people of all ages and backgrounds across south-west London. Whether it’s helping a young person find their path, supporting someone with their mental health, or creating opportunities to stay active and connected, our work is rooted in making a real difference.
A Growing Community
What began in 2013 as a small outreach programme has grown into a thriving, community-focused charity delivering over 33 programmes every week.
Today, we engage more than 3,500 people each week, aged 4 to 96, through activities that bring people together, build confidence and improve wellbeing.
Our work is focused across four key areas:
Sport Participation – creating opportunities for everyone to play and stay active
Education & Employment – supporting young people to achieve and progress
Health & Wellbeing – improving physical and mental health
Social Inclusion – reaching those most in need and reducing isolation
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Kids took part in our holiday camps - building confidence, friendships, and healthier habits.
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Girls and women engaged through football and activity sessions
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Older adults supported every week through activities like walking football and fitness sessions
Making a Difference Every DaY
Each week, our programmes support thousands of individuals across the community:
SportS Participation
Over 4,000 girls and women engaged through football and activity sessions
700+ young people attending holiday camps each year
Inclusive sessions including Football for All and Player Development Centres
Health & Wellbeing
200+ older adults supported every week through activities like walking football and fitness sessions
Dedicated programmes for mental wellbeing and active ageing
Culturally tailored sessions engaging underrepresented groups
Education & Employment
Young people supported into education, training and employment pathways
Delivery in 20 local schools, reaching hundreds of pupils
Targeted support for those at risk of disengaging from education
Social Inclusion
Weekly youth sessions supporting hundreds of young people
A 37% increase in SEND participation in our inclusion programmes
Targeted interventions supporting young people at risk
A Charity on the Rise
Thanks to the incredible support of our partners, funders and community, the Foundation has experienced significant growth.
Annual income has grown to over £1 million
Engagement has reached record levels across all programmes
Our impact continues to deepen across south-west London
This growth allows us to reach more people, deliver more programmes and respond more effectively to local need.
Powered by Our Community
Everything we do is made possible by the support of our community.
From individual donors and volunteers to local businesses and national partners, every contribution helps us change lives through sport.
Together, we are building a healthier, stronger, and more equitable future for our community..
We are proud of how far we have come - but there is more to do.
Demand for our services continues to grow, and we remain committed to expanding our reach, strengthening our programmes and ensuring no one in our community is left behind.
Our ambition is clear: to be London’s leading community club.
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