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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation
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The official charity of Brighton & Hove Albion. Using the 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 to help people get active, keep learning and stay well. 💙 Book, donate and learn more here: https://linktr.ee/BHAFC_Foundation
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 1d
Wrapping up a stellar September! 🙌

Albion star Q&As, Premier League Primary Stars cup qualifiers and much more is featured in the latest edition of Foundation in Focus.

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Foundation in Focus | #4 | September 2025 | Having a ball with Fatboy Slim, Albion stars host Q&A.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 4d
There's just two weeks until our half term soccer schools get started!

⚽ Have fun and get active this half term
🤝 For ages 5-13
📍 Eight locations across Sussex
👧 Girls-only groups available

Find you nearest session here: https://loom.ly/UR2-SBY
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 5d
Today we launched our 'Heads Up' programme, weekly football sessions to support mental wellbeing.

Supported by the #PLPFA Community Fund, the sessions will also feature group workshops on wellbeing topics and one-to-one coaching support.

Sign up and find out more here: loom.ly/VBvlPdA
A group photo of the participants, teachers and coaches, with two BHAFC Foundation, and PFA Premier League community fund banners Foundation coach listens to participants A girl holds a football during a group activity A player laughs while celebrating a goal
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 6d
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, but when it comes to your mental wellbeing, every day matters.

It's always okay to ask for help, whatever you're going through.

You and your feelings matter. 💙
A close up shot of a chest, wearing an orange BHAFC Foundation bib. The player wearing it is sat and holding their fingers
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 10d
Happy Birthday, Yasin Ayari! 🎉
Yasin tries his hand at blind football, laughing as he shoots for goal Yasin shakes hands with Albion wish recipient Keith Turner
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 10d
Five fundraising heroes. 🖐️

A big thank you to Fabian, Jason, Norman, Steven Edwards and Ben Thatcher, for providing unforgettable experiences in the Anniversary Ball auction.
Fabian shares a laugh with Joel Veltman during the anniversary ball. Jason, dressed up to the nines, has a photo taken with a fan. Norman Cook has his arms spread wide during his DJ set. Ben Thatcher has his picture taken with the winner of his signed album vinyl. Ben also donated private drumming lessons with himself in the auction.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 12d
We're running free half term football tournaments all over Sussex - find your nearest here: https://loom.ly/0CU0M5s

#PLKicks
A young player celebrates by putting their fingers to their temples.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 16d
Good news parents - you can now book in your children at our October half term soccer schools!

⚽ Have fun and get active this half term
🤝 For ages 5-13
🥅 Eight locations across Sussex
👧 Girls-only groups available

Book here: https://loom.ly/UR2-SBY
Two boys in Albion kit hug and smile.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 19d
This weekend, we're showing our support for the FA's Play Safe campaign.

Be aware, be supportive and give children the opportunity to use their voice to keep the game fun for everyone.
A poster about the Play Safe campaign, featuring the text "Small talk is bigger than you think", the FA for all, NSPCC and BHAFC Foundation logos. The main image is a Foundation coach shaking hands with a participant.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 24d
Happy birthday Caitlin! 🎉
Caitlin Hayes smiles as she shows off the BHAFC Foundation scarf.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · 26d
You've got a couple of days left to apply for our Lead Coach vacancy - help deliver our Premier League programmes across Sussex!

Apply here: https://loom.ly/q5IwnOg
A Foundation coach in the centre of shot talks to participants who have their backs turned to camera
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 9
We're looking for a lead coach to help deliver our Premier League programmes across Sussex.

Think this role suits you? Apply here: https://loom.ly/q5IwnOg
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 7
💬 "I've witnessed first-hand what incredible work they do."

Four of our Community Champions spoke to us about why they choose to support the Foundation - why not join them? 💙
Why our Community Champions support us - Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation
Community Champions are Albion supporters who commit a small monthly donation to the BHAFC Foundation. We have hundreds of fantastic Community Champions; their continued support provides the charity with guaranteed monthly income, and helps us to change lives across Sussex. We spoke to four different Community Champions to find out why they choose to support
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 2
Thank you to everyone who joined us at a football camp this summer! 💙
Thousands enjoy summer soccer schools - Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation
More than 2,000 young players have attended a BHAFC Soccer School during the summer holidays. The Foundation ran summer football activities all over East and West Sussex during the school holiday, providing children with a place to play and learn over the summer. Sessions ran at 13 different locations across Sussex, including several new girls-only
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 2
We had a great time hosting our free #PLKicks tournaments over this summer. 🙌

Supported by the Premier League, Kicks provides young people from high-need areas opportunities to engage in free football and mentoring opportunities.

#PLMoreThanAGame
A boy in the Albion's yellow away kit does a bow and arrow celebration A boy in a pink foundation bib and green and black albion top, jostles for possession of the ball with a girl in a green foundation bib A warm-up game of tag has participants in Brighton kits laughing A player in a pink albion training top and black bib celebrates a goal by pointing to his temple with both hands
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 1
15-year-old Jack, a deaf player in our Para Talent Hub, was given free tickets to watch yesterday's 2-1 win against Manchester City!

Thank you to SnickersUK for kindly donating the tickets. 💙
Jack and Ian pump their fists in the air as the team celebrate the win against Manchester City on the pitch behind them.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 31
"Coming to Foundation sessions definitely helped me develop as a player and as a person." 💙

Academy stars Matt Hayden, Aidan West, and Will Rutter all came through the Foundation's football pathway.

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Future stars: from the Foundation's pathway to the brink of the Premier League - Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation
Over the years there have been dozens of young Foundation players who have progressed into the Albion academy. Three of those players – Matt, Aiden, and Will – talk about their journeys so far. MATT HAYDEN “I started football at about five or six years old. I joined my local team, Plumpton, because a couple
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 26
Our Community Hub will now be opening between 10am-2pm, Tuesday to Thursday. ☕️

Why not pop in for a delicious coffee, sandwich or pastry! 🥐🥪
A coffee with cream on a table, alongside a BHAFC scarf A jar of caramel iced coffee on a table A toasted sandwich is served along with a side salad and a fruit cooler
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 24
Getting our football fix this summer. ☀️🕶️
A boy in a green bib looks to deliver a cross as a girl in a red bib closes him down A boy attempts to bicycle kick a looping ball as two friends look on Teammates in green bibs offer each other handshakes following a goal
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 22
10 years have passed but the 11 will never be forgotten.

Today our thoughts are with everyone affected by the Shoreham Airshow disaster.
Players from Mile Oak and Worthing United stand around the centre-circle for a minutes silence at 2025's Matthew Grimstone and Jacob Schilt memorial match.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 21
Playing football at the pavilion. 😎

Thank you to everyone that came to Tuesday's football fun day at Brighton museum, we hope you all had a great afternoon!
A child, wearing the new turquoise training top shoots for goal. Other players wait behind him. A wide view of the pavilion and gardens, with hundreds of people playing enjoying the sunshine and playing football A parent takes a picture of Gully with two children A coach gives a double high five to a player
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 18
Sorry about this Liam, can you contact us on [email protected] and we'll send you the link.
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 18
A big happy birthday to Jason and Bart! 🎉
Jason high-fives a participant in Albion kit during a session at the training ground dome Bart celebrates scoring a penalty as participants cheer in the background
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 15
Fantasy Premier League starts again tonight - have you joined our mini-league yet? 🤔

Win fantastic prizes, support the Foundation, and win the ultimate Albion bragging rights!

Sign up today: https://loom.ly/0CieA9U
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Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation @bhafcfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 14
Don't forget, we're offering free Friday #PLKicks tournaments this summer for children aged 8-18.

Eastbourne:📍Hampden Park Sports Centre 📆 15th August
Portslade:📍Portslade Sports Centre 📆 29th August

Book here: loom.ly/0CU0M5s
A team of participants in red foundation bibs wave their arms in the air during a tournament.