Hardship Grants
We understand that when people experience financial hardship or crisis, all too often it can result in them missing out on important opportunities which can transform their lives. Here at the British Gymnastics Foundation, we are committed to opening doors for people who are experiencing exceptionally difficult times. Our Hardship Grants Programme provides financial assistance to British Gymnastics members to help them continue their participation in gymnastics.
Love to Move
Our Love to Move Programme is an age and dementia friendly seated gymnastics programme which is transforming the lives of people living with dementia. It is specially designed to get older people moving and functioning better by carefully integrating the use of gymnastic foundation skills, cognitive stimulation therapy and social interaction activities. Almost every part of Love to Move is based on bilaterally asymmetrical movement patterns which is understood to improve cognitive function, coordination and the ability to carry out activities of daily living more independently.
Limitless
The Limitless programme enhances the skills and confidence of people from under-represented communities who may have experienced barriers to employment or sports participation in the past. It offers comprehensive training and a mentoring scheme to ensure participants are fully supported. The programme aims to empower participants by boosting their confidence, improving their well-being, and increasing their employability through gymnastics.
Inspirational Experiences
Our Inspirational Experiences Programme offers heart-warming and unforgettable moments for people who have endured difficult circumstances or at times of crisis in their lives. Whether it’s meeting their Gymnastics Idol, attending the British Championships or joining a Gymnastics Club for the first time, these experiences are tailored to bring a spark of joy and inspiration to those in need. One mum said, “Thank you so much for yesterday, the girls had the best time and so lovely to hear them talking about their best day ever!”
Governance
Here at the British Gymnastics Foundation we take great pride and care to ensure that our charitable work creates as much benefit for the public as possible. We are passionate about helping those who are most in need, but we understand that to have the greatest impact on peoples’ lives, we need to be effective in our governance and management of our charity. We have a dedicated and experienced team of Trustees and Staff that ensures our charity’s programmes, projects and day-to-day running is as effective and efficient as possible; we are committed to making sure that every penny is spent wisely to transform peoples’ lives. Our current strategy covers the period from 2023-2027, however we are working closely with British Gymnastics to further develop and align our strategies; creating increased social impact for gymnastics to 2031. Our new strategy will be here soon!