Making a Difference
Our Impact
Measuring the difference handball makes
Making a Difference
The Handball Foundation (Registered Charity No. 1205687) promotes community health and well-being through accessible, inclusive handball and sports programmes across Greater Manchester. Our focus is on supporting children, young people, and individuals with disabilities.
Key Achievements
- Supporting over 2,000 players annually across Greater Manchester
- Operating 12+ Handball Hub schools delivering regular handball sessions
- Running 5 competitive age group teams through Trafford Handball Club
- U14 team crowned National Champions
- 20 active volunteers supporting programme delivery
- Annual income of £131,702 funding community programmes
Measuring What Matters
We track participation, retention, and wellbeing outcomes across all our programmes. We work with academic partners and evaluation specialists to ensure our impact is evidence-based and continuously improving.
Testimonials
What People Say
“If more sporting clubs could be like this one, the world would be a better place. The inclusivity, the dedication, the passion — it's something truly special.”
“Without the community, without the support of people around me, none of this would have been possible. Handball gave me a purpose and a family.”