When football stops, support shouldn’t.
We provide practical, emotional and financial support to current and former professional footballers when they need it most.
When football stops, support shouldn’t.
We provide practical, emotional and financial support to current and former professional footballers when they need it most.
When football stops, support shouldn’t.
We provide practical, emotional and financial support to current and former professional footballers when they need it most.
When football stops, support shouldn’t.
We provide practical, emotional and financial support to current and former professional footballers when they need it most.
INTERVIEW
Interview with David Harrison, CEO of The Players Foundation
The Chief Executive of The Players Foundation, David Harrison, has been reflecting on the challenges that professional footballers face when they leave the game, and the crucial role that the charity plays in providing support and advice.
Here when it matters most
We offer support in the areas that matter most to players and their families.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Confidential support to help players manage challenges and improve their wellbeing.
Financial
Support
Practical, discreet financial assistance when players need it most.
Career
Transition
Guidance and resources to help players move forward with confidence.
Built by players, for players.
Life after football isn’t always straightforward. We work with individuals at different stages of their journey – offering support that is practical, confidential and tailored to real needs.
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The difference we’re making
1,250+
players supported since 2012
£8.7m
given in financial support
94%
of players say our support made a positive difference
How can we help?
Find the right support or explore ways to get involved.
I need support
Confidential support to help manage challenges and improve wellbeing.
Get support 🡒
I want to partner
Work with us to support players’ futures
Explore partnerships 🡒
I want to learn more
Discover our impact and how we help
Learn More 🡒
How can we help?
Find the right support or explore ways to get involved.
I need support
Confidential support to help manage challenges and improve wellbeing.
Get support 🡒
I want to partner
Work with us to support players’ futures
Explore partnerships 🡒
I want to learn more
Discover our impact and how we help
Learn More 🡒
CASE STUDIES
Real stories.
Real impact
Hear from players who have accessed our support
“The foundation helped me through the toughest period of my life”
Lewis’s Story
“Having the Player’s Foundation in my corner made all the difference”
Sam’s Story
“They understand the journey, because they’ve been on it too”
Jordan’s Story
CASE STUDIES
Real stories.
Real impact
Hear from players who have accessed our support
“The foundation helped me through the toughest period of my life”
Lewis’s Story
“Having the Player’s Foundation in my corner made all the difference”
Sam’s Story
“They understand the journey, because they’ve been on it too”
Jordan’s Story
Featured News
New summer grant is ‘brilliant’ for players who need support – Andy Liddell
Andy Liddell, the current Fitness Coach at Preston North End and former Beneficiary Liaison Officer at The Players Foundation, has hailed the charity’s new summer grant offer as a ‘massive development.’
Latest News
Applications now open for the Summer Holiday Essentials 2026
The Players Foundation is delighted to announce that applications open today (April 1st) for the new Summer Holiday Essentials Fund 2026 and will remain open until May 31st.
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The former Brighton and Hove Albion scholar taking the internet by storm
At the age of 22, former Brighton and Hove Albion goalkeeper, Toby Bull, is building an impressive new career as a social media content creator, with more than 300,000 followers across Instagram and TikTok.
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“I still have a lot more to give” – Ali Johnson, ex-WSL and England U20 defender
Ali Johnson began her career at Blackburn Rovers’ Centre of Excellence before going on to play for Liverpool and Bristol City in the Women’s Super League and securing a place in the England Under 20 squad for the 2018 World Cup in France.
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Proudly working with
“I still have a lot more to give” – Ali Johnson, ex-WSL and England U20 defender
Ali Johnson began her career at Blackburn Rovers’ Centre of Excellence before going on to play for Liverpool and Bristol City in the Women’s Super League and securing a place in the England Under 20 squad for the 2018 World Cup in France.
The difference we’re making
Welfare Benefits are payments from central government to people who have no income, or low incomes, or to meet specific needs.
They can help you if you are unable to work or are out of work, or if you have a low income.
Welfare Benefits are payments from central government to people who have no income, or low incomes, or to meet specific needs.
You may also be able to claim benefits if you have children, are pregnant, are sick or disabled or have suffered a bereavement.
Welfare benefits are administered through the Department for Work & Pension (DWP), this department operates through agencies such as job centre plus and the pensions service to administer the appropriate benefits.
Some benefits are administered through local authorities (LA/Councils).
Finally, some employers may pay benefits (such as statutory sick pay) then claim the money back from the government. These are called statutory benefits.
The difference we’re making
Welfare Benefits are payments from central government to people who have no income, or low incomes, or to meet specific needs.
SUPPORT
Game-changing support
This is the charity’s new initiative designed to revolutionise the way financial assistance reaches those in need. This programme aims to streamline the support process through a series of fixed-term focused campaigns.
By targeting pressing and relevant issues, Game Changing Support ensures that beneficiaries receive timely and effective aid, making a tangible difference to their lives.
Join us in this mission to provide efficient, impactful support and create a lasting positive change in the football community.
