York City Football Club are proud to unveil four official, local charity partners for the upcoming 2024/25 season.
Through reviewing our community survey results, which will be published in due course, a clear chance to connect and champion local charities in our community arose.
The charity shortlist featured numerous fantastic organisations who make a real impact across the region, and align with the football club’s values.
Co-Chair Julie-Anne Uggla selected four individual organisations from the shortlist as those who the club will work closely with for the season ahead.
Each charity will have their own dedicated focus fixture, allowing each charity to showcase themselves on their own dedicated match day with us all at the LNER Community Stadium.
Further details will follow across the season, but for now read below on York City’s 2024/25 Charity Partners.
York Mind
York Mind is your independent mental health charity supporting adults and young people in York who may be experiencing mental health challenges.
With difficult living situations affecting our communities, supporting mental health is more vital than ever. In recent years, 1 in 4 people have faced mental health conditions for the first time or seen loved one’s struggle.
Your friends, loved ones, colleagues, customers and people in our local community all have mental health that matters.
Speaking on becoming a York City Charity Partner, York Mind said: “We are delighted to be working with York City FC on this exciting new partnership which we hope will be a game changer in increasing awareness and understanding of mental health, raising vital funds to support York Mind’s services that support local people.
“One in four of us is affected by a mental health problem. We want to give fans at every game, and in every community the chance to check-in on their own, their mates, their partners and loved one’s mental health.
“In choosing to partner with York Mind, York City FC is showing a real commitment to an issue that affects players, staff and fans alike.”
Supporters can follow York Mind on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn.
The Wilf Ward Family Trust
The Wilf Ward Family Trust is a charity with a dedicated focus on enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities across Yorkshire.
With an extensive team of almost 900 employees, the Trust is committed to providing comprehensive support to almost 300 individuals, enabling them to lead extraordinary lives.
Their mission revolves around fostering inclusivity, promoting independence, and ensuring a high quality of life for those with learning disabilities.
The Trust’s vast network of employees and their unwavering commitment underscores their significant impact on the community, making them a leading force in the provision of compassionate and empowering care.
Speaking on becoming a York City Charity Partner, The Wilf Ward Family Trust said: “We are thrilled to be named Charity Partner for York City FC.
“Our collaboration reflects our shared commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. By making the stadium and games more accessible, we are not only breaking down barriers but also creating a sense of belonging for individuals with learning disabilities.
“Together with York City FC, we aim to inspire and enable everyone to believe that with the right support and vision, anything is possible.
“This partnership will have a profound impact on the individuals we support and the wider community, showcasing the transformative power of sport and unity.”
Supporters can follow The Wilf Ward Family Trust on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube.
Snappy – Special Needs Activities and Play Provision for York
Snappy is a registered charity working with Children and Young People with wide ranging disabilities. They have been established in York for 39 years and now support over 300 Children, Young People, and their families.
Snappy operate Schemes and Programmes in all school holidays, weekends, and some evenings. In addition, Snappy also offer an outreach programme to families who might struggle during term-time.
Snappy is managed by a Board of Trustees and one Service Manager, with sessional staff and a core of 100 volunteers to call on at any one time.
Speaking on becoming a York City Charity Partner, Snappy said: “We are delighted and very excited to be in partnership with York City. This will be so positive for disability in York.
“Our Children and Young people are big football fans and will be thrilled to know that their favourite team are supporting them right back.”
Supporters can follow Snappy on Facebook and X.
Kitchen for Everyone – York
Kitchen for Everyone York (KEY) has been providing support to the homeless and vulnerable of York for over nine years.
KEY’s services include a Sunday morning breakfast and an evening meal on a Wednesday, serving over 100 meals every week for anyone in need.
They provide an outreach service, rain or shine, on Saturday and Monday evenings, providing hot drink and snacks together with a friendly ear to those individuals on the city’s streets.
KEY also raises funds to provide additional services such as a mobile dentist for service users who are not usually able to access dental care.
During COVID, KEY raised funds to support a number of local community foodbanks across the city by purchasing fresh food and vegetables to support individuals and families needing help.
KEY continues to work in collaboration with other like-minded organisations to ensure support is available where needed most.
As a registered charity which is entirely volunteer run, KEY rely on the generosity of their fantastic supporters to keep our all of their services running.
Speaking on becoming a York City Charity Partner, Kitchen for Everyone York said: “KEY are super excited to be partnering with YCFC for the forthcoming season.
“Both organisations share the same objective – to help support those most in need across York.
“The partnership provides an opportunity to shine a light on the issue of homelessness in particular and how supporters and residents can get involved and support.”
Supporters can follow Kitchen For Everyone York on Facebook, Instagram, & X.
