Strengthening community organisations to create better futures for young people
Impact Partnerships bring together Sport 4 Life UK and a small number of community organisations working with young people across the West Midlands, North West region and London.
Through tailored support, shared expertise, and collaborative learning, we help partners strengthen their organisations, increase their impact, and create more opportunities for young people to succeed.
Now entering our fourth year, the programme has become a powerful model for supporting grassroots organisations to grow sustainably while delivering meaningful outcomes for young people.
Creating a lasting impact
Young people engaged
Young people improving key life skills
Young people improving mental health and wellbeing
Young people reducing their likelihood of involvement in crime
Our enabling model is designed to help partners improve key performance metrics by at least 10%. Over the past year, this has delivered an average increase of 155% across our partnerships.
Why We Created Impact Partnerships
Many grassroots organisations deliver incredible work with young people but often operate with limited resources and support.
Impact Partnerships was created to change that
By combining Sport 4 Life UK’s expertise in youth development, employability and organisational growth with the knowledge and reach of community organisations, we are building a network that:
- Strengthens local organisations
- Improves opportunities for young people
- Share learning and best practice across the sector
The programme focuses on long-term partnership rather than short-term funding, ensuring organisations develop the foundations needed for sustainable impact.
Impact Partnerships is built on collaboration
We work with a small number of organisations who share our commitment to improving the lives of young people through sport, mentoring and community support.
“I’m really excited that our new partnership model will now support like-minded and game-changing organisations outside of the West Midlands, following the success of a pilot in the region. We’ve seen real positive changes in both the depth and breadth of support that our partners are able to provide to new young people, as well as growth and development in the partner organisations themselves – in a truly mutually beneficial approach. I’m grateful to our existing partners for their commitment and collaboration, and look forward to working with more in the coming years!”
Tom Clarke-Forrest,
Founder & CEO Sport 4 Life UK
Our Impact Partners
The Inspire Group
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Sports Key
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Pat Benson Boxing Academy
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Our Community Foundation
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Solihull Moors Foundation
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Behind Every Kick
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Warrington Wolves Community Foundation
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Guardian Ballers
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Jason Robinson Foundation
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Mintridge Foundation
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Capital Kids Cricket
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BU Foundation
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League Leaders
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If you are an organisation, funder or stakeholder interested in understanding the Impact Partnerships approach, or would like to explore opportunities to get involved in the North West or London, please get in touch.
You can contact Hannah Kaur, National Partnerships Development Manager, at hannah@sport4life.org.uk, or submit an enquiry to find out more and discuss how you can sign up.
How we help
Capacity Building & Organisational Development
Workshops, mentoring and strategic support to strengthen governance, strategy and operations.
Impact Measurement
Tools and guidance to help organisations track outcomes and demonstrate their impact to funders and stakeholders.
Funding & Income Generation Support
Advice on securing grants, developing partnerships and diversifying income streams.
Collaboration & Learning
A network of organisations sharing ideas, challenges and opportunities to strengthen the wider youth sector.
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We want to empower young people to make a positive change in their lives.
““At Sports Key we have always admired the invaluable work Sport 4 Life UK accomplish in the community and the remarkable impact they have on young people’s lives. Partnering with Sport 4 Life UK we have not only had significant funding support but also support with vital insight, expert guidance on structure, planning, best practices, and the future development of the organisation.””
Sports Key