Strathearn United Football Club (SUFC) is an inclusive welfare club for everyone, and is open to those looking to improve mental health, reduce social isolation and/or improve fitness of people who are overweight. We are looking to ensure anyone in South Crieff has the chance to become part of our club, no matter their financial situation. Without the worry of this stigma anyone can enjoy the benefits of gaining new friends by taking part in our training sessions, matches and social events.
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Strathearn United Football Club request funding to allow those people living on low incomes with low self-esteem and social issues to enjoy our activities and improve their health and quality of life. The key to the club is making friends, improving health and building confidence.
We will be the only club in Perthshire to be in the Scottish Warriors League, who are supporting many males overcome anxiety, mental health issues, social isolation and prevent suicides.
Our volunteer coaches are qualified in football, mental health, exercise and nutrition. We also have a welfare officer as well as a club chaplain who is available for confidential chats when needed.
We seek funding of £2,930 to cover the cost of allowing up to 15 people who wish to attend but are unable to due to financial hardship. We request funding to cover the session fees, sports kit and transport costs.
However, the best way to understand what a difference our club can make is to watch the video from a similar Warrior club to ours, Denny Warriors. Watch Gary from Denny talk to former England international Ashley Cole about how football saved his life.
Proposed on behalf of: Strathearn United FC, supported by NHS Tayside, Scottish Warriors Football Association, Perth Live Active, Social Prescribers and a number of other organisations in the Crieff and Strathearn area.
This initiative not only encourages healthier lifestyle choices but also creates a lasting positive impact on participants’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The social aspect of being part of a team helps combat isolation and provides a sense of belonging and achievement. This funding will support this team to reach more individuals to change lives for the better.
Incredible initiative that is transforming the mental health and physical fitness of men. There is so little resource for this demographic and these conditions, I’m so very delighted to see this so well attended and represented here:
Not only a fantastic local initiative for South Crieff, but for the whole of Scotland. With the volume of attendees we've had since August, it is obviously something that was much needed in the community. Many thanks to all involved, and many thanks to those who vote for this amazing charity.
Strathearn United provides an essential service and support network for an underserved demographic in our local area. They're a great group, and can personally attest to the physical and mental benefits of the club!
This initiative not only encourages healthier lifestyle choices but also creates a lasting positive impact on participants’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The social aspect of being part of a team helps combat isolation and provides a sense of belonging and achievement. This funding will support this team to reach more individuals to change lives for the better.
Incredible initiative that is transforming the mental health and physical fitness of men. There is so little resource for this demographic and these conditions, I’m so very delighted to see this so well attended and represented here:
Not only a fantastic local initiative for South Crieff, but for the whole of Scotland. With the volume of attendees we've had since August, it is obviously something that was much needed in the community. Many thanks to all involved, and many thanks to those who vote for this amazing charity.
Strathearn United provides an essential service and support network for an underserved demographic in our local area. They're a great group, and can personally attest to the physical and mental benefits of the club!