Our Club. Our Foundation. 

Throughout today's fixture the Club is celebrating the work of its official charity, the award-winning, West Ham United Foundation!  

For those new to the Foundation's work, here's a quick summary: 

⚒ 35+ initiatives: from sports and football development to health, education & employability 

⚒ East London, Essex & international delivery 

⚒ Reaching 50,000 people of all ages & abilities 

⚒ 92p of every £1 donated goes on helping people in need 

Why's it important? 

Operating in some of the most underserved areas in the UK, the Foundation’s programmes tackle inequalities and provide tailored support for residents of our vibrant communities who otherwise may not reach their full potential.  

The Goal: Inspiring better futures by improving the life opportunities of individuals, groups and communities. 

West Ham. United. 

We take great pride in our work, which enables us to address the diverse needs of our communities. Whether through our health initiatives that support the most vulnerable, our mentorship programmes that provide guidance and opportunities, or our efforts to keep children and young people engaged through sports and education, we remain committed to empowering individuals and fostering community cohesion. 

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Community to me means family, love and a sense of belonging. I feel like the kids I’ve seen over in the West Ham community, those who come from deprived backgrounds, they haven’t got the support or help from their family and it’s hard for them to get out of that challenging environment... The Foundation gives the support that people need.

 ~ Carlton Cole ~