This project focuses on youth diversion to prevent crime by using sports-based mentoring. By engaging young people in sports, 3PP addresses risk factors for youth crime, such as poor social skills, negative peer groups, and psychological wellbeing. The programme integrates positive role models and community power to develop teamwork, communication, and self-control.

This project specifically focuses on the Nottingham and Sneinton areas, in collaboration with local police, youth justice services, and social care teams. The aim is to offer second chances and help young men overcome early trauma for a positive future.

The 180 Project is a charitable organisation based in Lancashire that uses the sport of CrossFit with Educationand life coachingto transform lives. People get physically, mentally, emotionally well, and socially connected.

Our grant will fund our Youth Crew project which aims to change the behaviour of young people who are engaging in low-level criminal activity and prevent them from getting caught up in a cycle of crime.

Action Youth Boxing Intervention (AYBI) is a grassroots community organisation empowering young people through sports. We formulate programmes based on cognitive behavioural therapy, rational behaviour therapy, social life skills, and motivation. 

Our grant will be used to deliver our alternative education, training and employability program alongside our boxing intervention. Our aim is to empower young people so they can break the cycle of criminality which allows them to make positive life choices, helps them to change their belief system and prepares them for a successful life away from crime. 

Exit Foundation is an organisation based in East London which is dedicated to providing support to those ready to exit a life of crime and gang-related activity. Through our tailored mentoring program, wrap-around sports and fitness programmes and gang awareness training, we help young people develop the tools they need to progress into employment, training, and education. Founded by Paul. who has lived experience of the criminal justice system and gangs. our founder and mentors draw on their own personal experiences and interpersonal skills to support young offenders and those at risk of offending to grow in self-belief and to make positive choices.  

Our grant will be used to deliver intensive mentoring and sport for development programmes to children and young people living in Newham and Redbridge and who are referred to us by the Probation and Youth Justice services. Through a 16-week programme of mentoring and coaching we aim to support behaviour change, reduce mentees’ involvement in crime and violence and support young people known to the Criminal Justice System into education, training or employment.

Saints Foundation is the charity of Southampton Football Club. Saints Foundation dedicates its service to supporting those most in need within Southampton. We provide life-changing opportunities and resources to help the city and its communities thrive. We support Southampton by delivering projects that respond to the ever-evolving needs of the people of our city. We deliver fifteen projects across five key areas: Health, Education, Gender Equality, Employability and Pathways. Our vision is creating a city where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Our grant will enable the extension of our Saints Switching Play project. Switching Play supports young people, referred by the Youth Justice Service, on a 1-2-1 basis, using sport as a hook to provide mentoring support. The project aims to engage participants with a positive role model, raise their aspirations and ultimately reduce youth offending.

TSA Sports and Education is a community interest company formed in 2019 to provide positive and engaging opportunities for personal growth, where young people can learn, have fun, and develop essential life skills. We believe that by providing young people with the support, guidance, and opportunities they need, we can help steer them away from negative influences and towards a bright and promising future. We believe in the limitless potential of every child and young person, and we are committed to empowering them to reach their goals. Whether it’s through sports, education, or personal development, our programs are designed to inspire and support young people in their journey to becoming confident and responsible individuals. Our impact is already being felt in the lives of countless children and young people, and we are excited to continue this important work for many years to come. Together, let’s build a brighter future for all.

Our Sport 4 Development program engages vulnerable young people, particularly from black and minoritized communities, who are at risk of entering the criminal justice system. By combining sports activities such as cricket, football, and boxing with mentoring and personal development, we help participants build trust, improve their physical and mental health, and set achievable goals in education, employment, and relationships. Our targeted outreach through police, youth offending teams, and community organizations ensures we connect with those at the highest risk, while end-of-program events provide motivational experiences that reinforce positive changes.

Although the program began in 2024, it builds on our extensive experience working with key partners like West Midlands Police and Birmingham Youth Offending Service. We are already seeing promising engagement from participants. The program is overseen and delivered by a team of specialist coaches and mentors who ensure its success through close monitoring and evaluation.