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SPFL Trust Annual Report 2024-25

The SPFL Trust's Annual Report 2024-25 marks the charity's 15th anniversary and its network of 46 associated community trusts and clubs (ATCs) across Scottish football, up from 12 at its formation in 2009. In season 2024/25 ATCs employed over 800 staff and were supported by over 1,450 volunteers; the Joy of Moving programme with Ferrero UK celebrated ten years and has reached over 60,000 participants; Football Fans in Training saw a record 777 participants (399 women and 378 men) lose a combined 16,914kg; and Festive Friends reached over 5,200 people in 2024 with 37 clubs taking part, with more than 26,000 people helped since 2016. The report also covers Off the Bench, mental health work and the Trust's funding and partnerships.

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The SPFL Trust is the charitable arm of the Scottish Professional Football League, harnessing the power of Scottish football and its network of community trusts to improve lives across Scotland.

Key Metrics

46 associated community trusts and clubs in the network
777 Football Fans in Training participants (record)
5,200+ Festive Friends participants in 2024

Key Outcomes

  • Over 800 staff employed and 1,450+ volunteers across ATCs
  • Joy of Moving reached 60,000+ participants over ten years
  • Football Fans in Training participants lost a combined 16,914kg

Geography

Scotland

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