FRIDAY 26 SEPTEMBER at 2pm
A Charity Football Match by The Art Offenders & The Spartans Alternative School
Join The Art Offenders—a creative group of art students from The Spartans Alternative School in North Edinburgh—as they host their second annual charity football match in support of North Edinburgh Dementia Care (NEDC).
This youth-led initiative builds on over five years of successful fundraising, where students have raised £7,000+ for local and national charities through art exhibitions, pop-up shops, and more.
Following the success of last year’s football match, which raised £1,000+ and brought the community together, the students are making it a yearly tradition—combining sport, creativity, and community spirit to make a difference.
- Date: Friday, 26th September 2025
- Kick-off: 2:00 PM (Gates open at 1:30 PM)
- Location: Vanloq Community Stadium, Spartans Community Football Foundation
- Entry: £6 (Under 16s FREE)
- Payment: Cash & Card Accepted
The Match
Student Team 
The “Auld Team”
A face-off between students and a team of teachers and community members!
What’s On
Expect a fun-filled day for all ages, including:
Raffle prizes from The Village Gym, Chef Tom Kitchin, The Ice Cream Parlour, and more
Art sale & face painting
Bake sale & ice cream
Tombola
Wet Sponge the Headteacher!
FREE Dr Bike Service – Bring your bike for a check-up
Why It Matters
All proceeds will go directly to North Edinburgh Dementia Care, supporting individuals and families living with dementia in North East Edinburgh.
This event is more than just a football match—it’s a celebration of youth leadership, creativity, and community action.
Proudly supported by Remarkable Dynamics and led by students through the school’s social enterprise programme, under the guidance of art teacher Sarah-Jane Henderson.
Follow The Art Offenders on Instagram:
@theartoffenders
Let’s come together to support an incredible cause and cheer on our young changemakers!
Sponsor of the match
