We have a new Futsal class for players aged 9 – 12yrs starting after the Easter Break.
Indoors at Craigroyston Community High School on Thursdays from 4.30 – 5.30pm
Book online at https://scf.classforkids.io or contact Paul for more information: footballdd@spartanscf.com
Easter Egg Appeal!
We are collecting donations for our participants and local organisations. You can drop off contributions at our office at Ainslie Park Stadium.
Thank you XX
TOM ARTHUR VISITS ‘INSPIRING’ SPARTANS TO ANNOUNCE FUNDING PLANS
A scheme helping pupils to learn in a football environment is one of a range of regeneration projects set to share £62 million from the 2025-26 draft Scottish Budget.
The funding will help Spartans Community Foundation in Pilton, complete construction of a permanent classroom. This would replace temporary cabins where students who may struggle in school receive lessons in literacy, numeracy, entrepreneurship, art and physical education.
The project also assists young people to access jobs, apprenticeships and college placements as they leave school.
Other regeneration schemes earmarked for support in the draft Budget include:
Visiting Spartans to hear about the organisation’s work within the local community, Employment and Investment Minister Tom Arthur said: “Regeneration is a key priority for the Scottish Government – as it contributes to growing the economy and creating jobs.
“This inspiring scheme run by Spartans illustrates how local people can identify the issues they want tackled and then come up with the solution, at which point the Scottish Government is able step in with support.
“The new classroom will help more young people leave school with qualifications, find jobs and further education opportunities, as well as enjoy free football sessions. It is an example of delivering economic growth and tackling poverty at the grassroots.”
Other recent local projects to regenerate northern Edinburgh include the transformation of derelict industrial units at Granton Waterfront into communal spaces and the ongoing development of a community hub with an early years centre, library and space for North Edinburgh Arts on Pennywell Road.
Unleash your passion for football and make a real difference in North Edinburgh! We are on the hunt for dynamic and inspiring sessional coaches to join our thriving Football Development Department where, you’ll do more than coach, you’ll contributing to changing lives and supporting the community of North Edinburgh.
Be part of a team delivering top-tier commercial football programmes and driving social impact in local schools. We’re looking for enthusiastic, high-energy and engaging coaches who can ignite the love of the game in grassroots players aged 3-15 years.
If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of footballers and create a lasting impact in your community, this is your chance!
Applications close on 3rd February at 5pm.
Find out more about the opportunity here: https://www.spartanscf.com/…/we-are-hiring-community…
Aged 16 – 25yrs and not in education, employment or training and looking to kick start your career in sport and physical activity?
Join us for 8 weeks of free training. Open days 16th and 23rd Jan.
Contact eddiemalone@spartanscf.com
Off the Bench starts next January at Spartans!
Our new Off the Bench programme for young people aged 16-25 years and not in education or employment starts at the end of Jan 2025.
Come along to our open days at Ainslie Park on the 16th and 23rd of Jan from 1.30-3pm.
Participants will be able meet staff, get a game of five a-side football, tour the facility and ask questions about the programme.
Contact Eddie for more info eddiemalone@spartanscf.com or sign up here:
Congratulations to our volunteers who been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service!
Thank you for your time, effort and energy that helps us continue to be #hereforgood
We’re thrilled to share that the amazing volunteers from Spartans Community Foundation have been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024! This is the UK’s top honour for local volunteer groups – the equivalent of an MBE.
Spartans Community Foundation is one of 281 local charities, social enterprises, and volunteer groups to receive this award this year. The King’s Award for Voluntary Service was set up in 2002 to mark the late Queen’s Golden Jubilee and continues now in King Charles’ reign, recognising volunteer groups doing incredible work to support their communities.
Next summer, Spartans Community Foundation representatives will accept the award from the Lord-Lieutenant of Edinburgh, and two of our volunteers will also be invited to a garden party at Holyroodhouse.
Debbi McCulloch, CEO of Spartans Community Foundation, shared: “We’re absolutely thrilled and honoured that our volunteers have received The King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
“This award is a tribute to their dedication, passion and hard work that makes a positive difference in our community every day.
“We couldn’t be prouder of this achievement and can’t wait to keep building a better future together.”
Join sporting memories on Tuesdays from 1 – 2.30pm.
Enjoy chatting, reminiscing and lunch!
Email deanhunter@spartanscf.com to find out more.
Menopause Goals – our support and awareness group for women starts next Thursday at 5.30pm. Experiences to share and tips to help you thrive.
