Volunteer with Love the Game

Give a little time, change a season. Help us remove the cost barrier so every child can play.

From packing kits to speaking with clubs, volunteers make Love the Game possible. Whether you can help once a month or once a week, we have roles to suit your time and skills. We work with FA-affiliated clubs and follow safeguarding best practice. Training and guidance are provided, and you’ll see exactly how your time gets children onto the pitch.

• Fundraising Champion – run small events, approach local sponsors, promote monthly giving.
   
• Club Liaison – be the contact for 2–3 local clubs, help with applications, track outcomes.
   
• Kit & Logistics – source and pack kits, coordinate deliveries/collections.
   
• Comms & Social – write short posts, capture stories (with consent), update our channels.
   
• Schools Link – share our support with schools, help with group applications.
   
• Safeguarding/DBS Support – help us keep records in order and up to date.
   

Most roles need 1–3 hours per week, flexible around you. One-off help for events is also welcome.

1. Register interest – tell us how you’d like to help.
    
2. Quick call – we match your skills and availability to a role.
    
3. Onboarding – safeguarding briefing and simple guidelines.
    
4. Start helping – we support you with resources and regular check-ins.
    

• Real local impact you can see.
   
• References for work/education on request.
   
• Community, training, and a volunteer certificate each season.
   

We work only with FA-affiliated clubs & Little leagues and follow DBS and safeguarding best practice. Volunteers in roles involving children or sensitive data may need a DBS check (we’ll guide you through it).

• Register to Volunteer
   
• Request a Call Back
   
• Download Volunteer Pack
   

Do I need football experience?
No—enthusiasm and reliability matter most. Training provided.

Is there a minimum age?
Yes, 18+ for most roles. Under-18s can help at events with a parent/guardian.

Expenses?
Pre-approved volunteer expenses (e.g., local travel) are reimbursed.

DBS check?
Required for roles that involve direct interaction with children or sensitive data.