The Huddersfield Town Foundation is the official charity of Huddersfield Town AFC, established in 2012 with a simple but powerful mission: to ensure that every child in Kirklees starts their day with the nutrition they need to learn, grow and succeed. What began with just five “Early Kick-Off” Breakfast Clubs has since evolved into one of the region’s most impactful community organisations. Today, the Foundation proudly delivers Breakfast Clubs across dozens of schools and has now served more than three million breakfasts, offering local children consistency, nourishment, and a positive start to their day.
As the Foundation has grown, so too has its ambition. We launched a bold new long‑term strategy built around three core pillars—Grow, Thrive and Belong—reflecting the journey we want every person in our community to experience. These pillars guide all our programmes and shape our commitment to supporting people at every stage of life. By 2024–25, our work generated an exceptional £13.1 million in social value, demonstrating both the breadth and the depth of our impact across Kirklees.
We now deliver a diverse range of programmes that address the unique needs of children, young people, adults and older residents. Our Grow pillar focuses on education, learning and aspiration—supporting thousands of children through school engagement, Premier League Primary Stars, football development programmes, holiday camps, and higher education pathways. We open doors to new opportunities, build confidence, and inspire ambition in ways that can shape a lifetime.
Through our Thrive pillar, we champion physical and mental wellbeing. From Walking Football and Healthy Heart Checks to wellbeing football for people experiencing mental health challenges, we create inclusive spaces where individuals feel supported, understood and able to take meaningful steps toward better health. Our health-based programmes delivered substantial, measurable improvements across the community.
The Belong pillar strengthens community connections and nurtures supportive, resilient environments. We work with young people through Premier League Kicks, care-experienced programmes, and youth engagement sessions that offer safe spaces, personal development and mentorship. We support adults in prisons, women gaining employability skills, care leavers building independence, and individuals who simply need someone in their corner.
Our programmes extend far beyond service delivery—they create opportunities, spark friendships, strengthen families, and uplift neighbourhoods. Whether it’s an older resident finding joy and connection through Sporting Memories, a young person discovering confidence on the pitch, or a family receiving support at a moment of need, the Foundation ensures people feel part of something bigger: a community where everyone belongs.
Fundraising and events play a crucial role in making this work possible. From Wear Blue and White Day to our annual Foundation Game Day, and the generosity of individual donors, supporters across Kirklees help us continue to expand our reach and deepen our impact. These efforts ensure that we can respond to emerging needs, grow our programmes, and remain a trusted source of support for thousands of local people every year.
We are rooted in Kirklees, shaped by its challenges, and inspired by its strengths. We know we cannot solve every issue our communities face. But we believe—passionately—that through the power of football, meaningful partnerships, and a relentless commitment to inclusivity, we can make a difference where it matters most.
This is Our Town. These are Our People. And this is the Foundation that helps them Grow, Thrive and Belong.
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