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Sports-based mentoring charity empowering young men in the criminal justice system to create positive change and transform their lives

3Pillars Project is a sports-based mentoring charity for young men in the criminal justice system; in custody and recently released from prison. We empower participants through trust-based mentoring relationships and long-term engagement to reintegrate into their community, create positive change in their lives, and transform their futures

30/04/2026

Yesterday we ran a touch rugby tournament at HMP Oakwood - 8 teams, 60 players and full day on the pitch under the blazing British sun.

For many of the men it was the first time they’d ever picked up a rugby ball. Others used to play rugby before their lives took a turn and their love for it was rekindled (after decades in some cases!)  In all cases though, the day demonstrated the power of rugby to bring new people together - of all different shapes, sizes and backgrounds - with respect, team work and some healthy competition 🏆

It was especially great to have volunteers from with us too - a club some of our graduates are already playing at.

28/04/2026

It was amazing to have featured on National Prison Radio 📻

In the extended interview Joe, our Partnership and Impact Lead, and Sean, who has experienced the impact of 3Pillars first hand discussed just how important the work we are doing is!

Head over to the 3Pillars YouTube channel to listen to the full interview 🎙️

24/03/2026

Different arena, same mission.

Through boxing and through rugby, the focus is the same - creating discipline, structure and opportunity.

We’re proud to be working alongside Matchroom, with Alex sharing more on why this partnership matters and the impact sport can have beyond the surface in the blog we wrote for our website 🔗

Today that work continues as Alex and Ishmael Davies join the team at HMP Sudbury to deliver the Matchroom x 3Pillars fitness challenge.

23/03/2026

Weeks like this highlight both the impact of the programme and the growing demand for it.

More men are engaging, progressing and wanting to stay involved beyond the course, which is a clear sign of the value of the work being delivered. With more support, we can continue to expand that impact and reach even more men who need it.

If you’d like to support 3Pillars, head to the website to make a one off or monthly donation 3pillarsproject.com 🔗

21/03/2026

“I never believed 3Pillars would become what it is today.”

From one pilot to hundreds of participants across the UK - the work has grown, but the mission hasn’t as we look back on 10 years of 3Pillars.

Building confidence.
Creating structure.
Giving people a sense of belonging.

Because what happens before someone leaves prison matters.

Dive deeper into the journey, learning and impact of the past decade in a blog written by 3Pillars founder Mike Crofts - link in stories 🔗

18/03/2026

Looking back on an incredible collaboration between and for their recent fight day 5k while we also look forward to the 3Pillars x Matchroom Fitness Challenge we are organising with .bp.davis 🥊

At the fight day 5k we spoke to Matchroom’s Head of Community about his impression of the impact of the work we are doing as well as his reflections having gone into prison with us to see the work first hand.

Alex has also written a fantastic article that is available to read now on our website via the link in our bio 🔗

15/03/2026

Looking back on what happened in a busy week for 👀

Rugby becomes the starting point for something bigger. Through sport, mentoring and personal development, participants build resilience, confidence and a sense of belonging.

This was in clear view across the work we were doing this week and looking back just reminds us of the ongoing impact has!

Head to the link our bio to find out more and considering supporting us with a one off or monthly donation 🔗

25/02/2026

Powerful words from the amzing about read by one of our mentors Troy 📣

The powerful work that we do as all stems from our rugby course that we use as a Trojan horse to break down barriers with guys in prisons. Once those barriers are broken down we can do all of the wider personal centred work that is so important in supporting young guys to be able to build a different life and integrate in a positive way post release!

To find out more and to support the work we do head to the website and make a one off or monthly donation 🔗

21/11/2025

⛷️ Ben’s story, from prison to UK ski erg record holder:

Prison & addiction ➝ 2023: 3Pillars Rugby Academy ➝ Inspired by book given to him by 3Pillars ➝ Jan 2025: Breaking a British ski record behind bars ➝ Nov 2025: Adventures with us post-release.

The 3Pillars Adventure Pot changes what men believe is possible. Between 2-9 December every penny you donate via our page will be DOUBLED.

Read Ben’s full story in our magazine - Pillar to Post - at the link our bio.

18/11/2025

This December you can once again DOUBLE YOUR DONATION during our .

🍁 Every penny that’s donated between 2-9 December will fuel our adventure pot - hikes, kayaking and residential trips in nature.

🥾 Much of our practice is army-informed & these adventures give our graduates the teamwork, resilience and fresh perspective that help them reintegrate back into their communities.

🏋️ And of course this is 3Pillars.
So yes, there’s a tough challenge brewing. Stay tuned to find out what we’re taking on 💥

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3Pillars Project, Vauxhall
London

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