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When the charity first started, our work to address the legacy of conflict was focused on landmines and the explosive remnants of war.

The Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation is a UK registered charity (no.1140911) for victims of conflict that was founded in 2011 by football legend Sir Bobby Charlton. This took the form of: developing new technologies that would make the removal of landmines quicker and safer; mine risk education for the most vulnerable communities where the presence of landmines and unexploded ordnance continue to thr

eaten lives on a daily basis; and work to improve surgical techniques and prosthetics for those who had suffered explosive blast injuries and limb loss. This work continues today and has delivered some impressive results. However, following a review in 2017 we have recognised that there is more we can and must do to support conflict affected communities more directly. As a result of listening to our beneficiaries & partners, and studying the impact of war on civilian populations, we now work more holistically on conflict recovery and take an asset based approach to those we aim to support. We have added humanitarian and development projects to our programmes and now conduct a wider range of training for conflict affected communities. One of the key mechanisms for delivering these interventions are the network of conflict recovery centres that we are developing in war torn countries. While all conflicts have economic, social, environmental and cultural consequences for communities, each situation and community is unique and the conflict recovery centres are an asset that can be shaped to the particular needs and aspirations of people in each location.

19/06/2026

The latest Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation newsletter is now available.

This edition features our trustee John Shiels as he embarks on a 1,500 mile bike ride to visit 92 professional football clubs in England and Wales. John is highlighting the vital work clubs do in their communities and raising funds to ensure children in challenging situations have the opportunity to play the beautiful game.

We also share updates on our ongoing support for children in Ukraine, the continued success of Street Reds in Manchester, and our life changing partnerships in Cambodia focusing on both education and physical rehabilitation.

Read the newsletter here: https://emarketing.belladesign.co.uk/campaigns/reports/viewCampaign.aspx?d=r&c=9F4791376B6B388E&ID=09EFF4F1906008DB2540EF23F30FEDED&temp=False&tx=0

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18/06/2026

Next stop, Wigan Athletic ⚽️

A big thank you to Gareth Malone and his team, who were incredibly welcoming to John and the rest of the boys!

Follow us to keep up to date with John as he travels the country, meeting inspiring people, uncovering remarkable stories and raising funds for the beautiful game ⚽🚴‍♂️

You can read more and donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thesbcbeautifulgametour

17/06/2026

On 17th June 1966, England’s 66' World Cup squad pictured ahead of their opening game against Uruguay at Wembley Stadium. All of us at the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation wish the Three Lions all the best tonight, when they kick off their 2026 tournament against Croatia in the United States.

16/06/2026

We have our first update from The Beautiful Game Tour 🚴‍♂️

and the team made a pit stop at Stockport County and met with Alison Warwood, who is Head of Community.

Follow us to keep up to date with John as he travels the country, meeting inspiring people, uncovering remarkable stories and raising funds for the beautiful game ⚽🚴‍♂️

You can read more and donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thesbcbeautifulgametour

14/06/2026

Bobby and his brother Jack, seen relaxing here in Mexico, were unable to help turn the tide, when England crashed out of the World Cup OTD in 1970, losing 2-3 to West Germany.

12/06/2026

Yesterday marked the start of The Beautiful Game Tour! 🚴‍♂️⚽

and his friends Joe, Brendan, Dave and John set off on an incredible journey to visit all 92 league clubs, collecting stories and celebrating the game that brings communities together.

Along the way, they'll highlight the clubs' amazing work in their local communities as well as raise vital funds for the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation to support that work. This will focus on helping more children access free football and safe places to play.

Follow us to keep up to date with John as he travels the country, meeting inspiring people, uncovering remarkable stories and raising funds for the beautiful game ⚽🚴‍♂️

You can read more and donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thesbcbeautifulgametour

11/06/2026

On this day in 1970, as we prepare for tonight’s 2026 World Cup kick-off in Mexico, England beat Czechoslovakia 1-0 in Guadalajara, thanks to a penalty from Allan Clarke on his senior team debut. The team’s mascot, a bulldog called Winston, who famously travelled to Mexico with the players, was not permitted entry into the stadium.

10/06/2026

Are you gearing up for a swimming challenge this year?

Turn your training into something truly impactful. Join the team and Race for Ukraine with The Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation.

Your fundraising efforts directly provide children impacted by conflict with vital support. In partnership with FC Shakhtar, we deliver structured football sessions, professional coaching, and essential mental health care to help them rebuild their lives.

Sir Bobby Charlton championed the idea that sport has the unique power to create positive change. You have the opportunity to carry that legacy forward.

How to get started:

Launch your page: Visit https://thesbcfoundation.enthuse.com/cf/run-for-hope-run-for-ukraine to set up your fundraising page.

Receive your gear: Once registered, you will receive an official SBCF cap and pin badge to wear with pride on your way to the water.

Share your journey: Tag us in your progress updates. We are committed to supporting you every step and stroke of the way.

Make every length count for the children we support in Ukraine.

09/06/2026

⚽️ Старт нового проєкту футбольних тренувань для дітей в Україні United Together 🇺🇦

Фонд Shakhtar Social Foundation за підтримки The Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation започатковує проєкт United Together з футбольними тренуваннями для хлопчиків та дівчаток у Запоріжжі, Лозовій (Харківська область) та Першотравенську (Дніпропетровська область). Його мета – підтримати дітей, які проживають у регіонах, наближених до зони бойових дій.

Регулярні футбольні тренування відбуватимуться тричі на тиждень, також передбачено проведення локальних футбольних турнірів та занять із психологом. Долучитися до ініціативи можуть хлопчики й дівчатка від 7 до 12 років. Очікується, що участь у проєкті візьмуть 240 дітей.

⚽️ The start of the new football training project for children in Ukraine United Together 🇺🇦

The Shakhtar Social Foundation foundation, with support from The Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation, is initiating the United Together project with football training sessions for boys and girls in Zaporizhzhia, Lozova (Kharkiv Oblast) and Pershotravensk (Dnipropetrovsk Oblast).

Its purpose is to support children living in regions close to the war zone. Regular football training sessions will take place three times a week, local football tournaments and sessions with a psychologist are also planned. Boys and girls from 7 to 12 years old can join the initiative. It is expected that 240 children will take part in the project.

#Україна #футбол

08/06/2026

We are proud to launch The Beautiful Game Tour - a unique fundraising and advocacy challenge led by John Shiels MBE, long-term trustee of the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation.

After a lifetime dedicated to football, including his role as CEO of the Manchester United Foundation, John is embarking on an extraordinary journey of 1500 miles: cycling to all 92 professional football clubs across the UK.

He will shine a light on the incredible work clubs do within their communities - from charity initiatives to vital grassroots engagement - much of which continues without government funding.

John will use the information gained on tour to lobby the decision makers in the game to address the needs of our forgotten children.

At the same time, he is raising crucial funds for the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation, inspired by Sir Bobby’s lifelong love of the beautiful game and its power to change lives. The funds raised will go towards providing access for more children to enjoy free football, safe places to play and trusted adults to support them.

Sir Bobby was a passionate advocate for children to be able to play - to learn not just football skills, but life, team, leadership, and social skills.

Follow John’s journey, support the cause, and help us champion the role of football in changing the lives of children.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thesbcbeautifulgametour

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