#Amazing Accrington - Winter 2017

COMMUNITYTRUST Working for the benefit of all local people Accrington Stanley

Established in 2007 and reformed in 2010 as Accrington Stanley CommunityTrust we use the power of Accrington Stanley Football Club to improve the lives of the people of Hyndburn through participation in sport and exercise. Outstanding Record Of Achievement In seven years, the charity has raised around £2million and, with this, has been able to develop and deliver a varied repertoire of projects, successfully engaging a staggering 10,000 people in the last 12months across the areas of Hyndburn, the RibbleValley and Rossendale. • 40 full time students are studying for BTEC qualifications • Over 30 former students have gone on to university • Affiliations with over 40 local primary schools and a 18 secondary schools Self Funded Charity As a self-funding charity we rely on grants, sponsorship and fundraising – our mission to support the local community, promoting healthier lifestyles through sport and education.We reach out to everyone regardless of age, gender, race, religion or skill level encouraging individuals to take part in activities which develop confidence, co- operation and education, our aim to build a local community By placing Accrington Stanley at the heart of the community we will: • Increase participation in sport and exercise • Promote healthy lifestyles within the local community • Build a community which embraces everyone • Develop and empower leaders, coaches and volunteers • Inspire young people celebrating success • Provide activities that engage hundreds of disabled young people each year. New £2 Million Grassroots Facility Our plans include a brand new£2million sports hub proposed for the town. With funding from the Premier League, National Loery and Sport Englandwe have exciting plans for both new and existing projects

Above top: The vision for a NEW sports facility. Above: Plan of proposed £2 million sports hub. Opposite: All sectors of the community are involved age 2 upwards including • Activities beyond sport. • Ladies football. • Sport for all - football, rugby and cricket. • Social inclusion for all.

Accrington Stanley Community Trust Placing Accrington Stanley at the heart of the local community

www.stanleytrust.co.uk /stanleyfctrust @stanleyfctrust

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