Poverty in facts: * London has the highest rate of child poverty in England with 800,000 (39%) of children in the capital living in poverty. * After housing costs, the proportion of working age disabled people living in poverty is 27%. Which is higher than the proportion of working age non-disabled people at 19%. * Only half of those receiving free school meals (FSM) take part in sporting activity. * 54% say their pursuit of elite sport wouldn’t be possible without financial support. * There are gaps in provision shown by schools with the lowest proportion of FSM pupils being more likely (70%) to offer extra-curricular opportunities compared to those with high FSM rates (35%). * There are 724,000 16-24 year olds NEET (not in education, employment or training).

The programmes we offer will create chances to make a change. * Community Activity Programme - free, accessible and regular activity with further opportunities for young people so they can experience the benefits of sport. * Inclusive Activity Programme - free, accessible and inclusive activity for young people with special educational needs and disabilities so they can experience sport in a way that is relevant to them. * Advancement Programme - support for aspiring athletes who have a positive attitude and winning mindset but need extra support to progress to an elite/professional level. * Opportunity Fund - funding extracurricular opportunities for aspirational students. * Career Path Programme - training and educational opportunities to create a pathway to employability.