Our Community Foundation
Our Community Foundation (OCF) in Alum Rock, Birmingham, actively combats youth unemployment, focusing on ethnically diverse communities. Their approach integrates sports, social enterprise, and youth social action to engage and empower youths aged 11-21.
OCF’s programmes are crafted to enrich lives and open educational, employment, and training opportunities. Attuned to urban youths’ challenges, particularly those heightened by recent economic and health crises, OCF employs sports not only for physical health but also for leadership and digital skill enhancement. Their impactful efforts are driving positive changes for young people in Birmingham, creating a brighter community future.
“Our Community Foundation chose to partner with Sport 4 Life because of our shared vision, values and passion to improve the lives of young people through the power of Sport. Their invaluable guidance in capturing social value and fundraising has been instrumental in developing our existing skills and uncovering new funding avenues. This collaboration has not only enhanced our capacity and skills but also nurtured significant growth and sustainability within our organisation”.
Our Community Foundation
Impact Partnerships with Sport 4 Life
Sport 4 Life UK’s mission is to empower young people to reach their potential by providing the skills, qualifications and support needed to find work and shape successful futures.
Through our ‘Impact Partner Model’ we are collaborating with more and more organisations that share our vision. Together, we aim to magnify our collective impact and transform lives.
We want to empower young people to make a positive change in their lives.
“Sport 4 Life helped me find a purpose. they helped me find a job that helps keep people safe – that gives me a solid purpose.”
Connor, aged 20
Connor’s story