Port Vale Foundation has released its annual Impact Report, outlining how - from September 2024 to August 2025 - it has supported local people from ages 0-96 through a range of award-winning programmes.
The programmes have had a positive impact on so many lives once again this year, making a real difference at the heart of the community, whether that’s through boosting physical and mental wellbeing, helping individuals grow, or strengthening our local community. We had the chance to work with 5,927 participants in 2024/25 – now that’s a lot of ‘ay up me ducks’!
- The incredible and positive change reported shows that 3 in 4 people told us that they had made a positive change to their lives since beginning their activity with Port Vale Foundation.
- Participants’ personal wellbeing scores improved from last season in 3 out of 4 measures.
- 65% of adults involved in our programmes were classed as physically active – a 5.9% increase for adults compared to last year.
- Engaging with the Foundation led to a strong sense of community.
- There was a belief that people from different backgrounds get on well together in their local area – was also particularly strong.
These results reflect the real impact of our work - not just in numbers, but in the lives of the people supported. Whether it’s helping someone feel more confident, more connected, or simply happier day-to-day, we’re exceptionally proud of the role we play in our community.
Andy Taylor, Chair of Trustees at Port Vale Foundation, said: “As Chair, I see first-hand the extraordinary impact the Foundation has across Stoke-on-Trent. This charity is not an add-on to Port Vale, it is integral to the identity of the club.
"The values of the club shine through every programme, whether supporting young people into education, encouraging older adults to stay active, or providing safe spaces where everyone feels they belong. What stands out most is the trust people place in us; that sense of being a family where lives are supported and celebrated.
"Our Foundation proves that football clubs can be more than places for sport – they can also be catalysts for lasting social change. I’m proud to champion such a dedicated team and inspiring mission.”
See the full Impact Report HERE.
