All To Play For remembers two remarkable men – Simon Prodger and Nick Gandon – whose lives were shaped by a deep love of sport and a shared conviction that its ability to build character, confidence and community should be shared with as many young people as possible. And especially those whose backgrounds would not otherwise afford them the opportunity.

Sport has the power to change lives. It builds confidence, teaches teamwork, boosts health, and creates friendships that last a lifetime. But right now, access to those benefits is not shared equally.

Who gets to play is too often decided by privilege. Children from the wealthiest families are nearly twice as likely to take part in regular organised sport than those from the least well-off backgrounds

This inequality matters – for individuals and for society. Sport is not just “play.” The evidence is clear:

Educational benefits – young people who participate in sport are more likely to attend school regularly, achieve higher grades, and develop key skills like problem-solving, leadership, and perseverance.

Personal and emotional wellbeing – sport improves self-esteem, reduces anxiety, and supports positive mental health. It teaches how to handle setbacks and work towards goals.

Life chances – the teamwork, discipline, and communication skills gained through sport boost employability and help young people thrive beyond the pitch or court.

Social impact – communities with strong grassroots sport have lower crime rates, greater social trust, and higher levels of civic participation.

But right now, too many are locked out. When children are excluded from sport, we lose not just potential athletes, but potential leaders, problem-solvers, and engaged citizens.

All To Play For exists to change that. We fund innovative projects that give disadvantaged children and young people - in the UK and abroad - the chance to experience the transformative power of sport – whatever their family income, background, or postcode.

Because every child deserves a sporting chance.

All To Play For is proud to be hosted by The Philanthropy Foundation, a UK-registered charity that supports small, high-impact initiatives like ours to grow safely and sustainably.

This means:

- Your donation is made securely via The Philanthropy Foundation

- They hold and administer funds on our behalf

- Every penny intended for All To Play For goes directly to our programmes

You can Gift Aid your donation because it goes through a registered charity. This arrangement allows us to focus on what matters most