Change AGENTs Pay It Forward Chelsea FC

Change AGENTs Pay It Forward Chelsea FC Change AGENTs Pay It Forward: Chelsea FC Image Source: Chelsea FC on FacebookFounded  in 1905, Chelsea Football Club is one of the most successful football teams in the history of British football. With five top domestic league titles, seven  FA Cup wins and a UEFA Champions League win to name a few, Chelsea FC is understandably celebrated for its on-field success.This sporting prowess has fuelled the development of a huge range of fan merchandise, encompassing everything from official club kits to mugs  mugs; from  piggy banks to the official club tie; from  beanie hats to toddler blankets.But there is another side to  Chelsea which, while perhaps not as well known, is certainly as significant as the front-line’s  football prowess: and that’s the work done by the club’s charitable foundation. Formed in 2010, the Chelsea Foundation brings together under one umbrella the club’s Football in the Community and Education departments  as well as other  charitable initiatives including its environment and anti-discriminati on projects.Recognised as a world leader in footballing social responsibility, the Foundation aims to motivate, educate and inspire people through the power of sport, supporting communities and individuals in the UK and elsewhere. Here is a little more detail about how the Foundation’s activities. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Soccer SchoolsImage Source:  FACEBOOKChelsea  FC has established a large number of International Soccer Schools around the world, in countries such as Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia, and China in addition to the UK. These schools enable kids from poverty-stricken areas to develop socially as well as athletically.Disability InclusionIMAGE SOURCE:  INSTAGRAMThe  Foundation’s Disability Inclusion programme allows  people with any disability to participate in regularly organised football games  and coaching sessions. People with disabilities are encouraged to  improve  their health, social skills and independence. Chelsea captain John Terry  is a regular volunteer with  the programme. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Education Image Source:  INSTAGRAMThe Chelsea FC Foundation’s  Education department promotes community  team work, education and learning, in over 60 schools and colleges across Hammersmith and Fulham, Westminster, Kensington, Chelsea, Brent and Croydon.Anti-Discrimination Social Inclusion IMAGE SOURCE:  INSTAGRAMChelsea  FC was awarded the advanced level of the Kick It Out Equality Standard for its work in helping to combat discrimination, prejudice and racism in football and life generally.The club has undertaken numerous projects to engage  fans and communities in its anti-discrimination campaign. Thousands of people in south-west London participate in the club’s annual anti-discrimination education campaign, which is is headed up by Chelsea  star  Paul Canoville. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Match Day CollectionsLast  season, almost 100  charities applied for a chance to hold collections at the club’s home venue, Stamford Bridge, on match days. The club’s supporters select the charities that fundraise at the ground on match days, and there are four categories for the various ‘bucket’ collections: Medical, Children’s, Armed Forces and local charities.If you would like your organisation to be featured in  Change AGENTS Pay It Forward  posts, please click the link below for submission details.