Scotland Staff | The Sporting Memories Foundation

Rich history and heritage of sport in Wales set to support older people thanks to the Healthy and Active Fund of Welsh Government, Sport Wales and Public Health Wales.

National Lottery Funding in Suffolk

Sporting Memories Foundation celebrates after receiving £93k from the National Lottery to tackle rural isolation and loneliness in Suffolk

Volunteer for us in Hampshire

We are looking to expand the number of weekly activities available across Hampshire.
In order to do this we require passionate volunteers to join our community clubs.

Supporting Former Footballers Living With Dementia

Steve Elliott celebrated his 60th birthday in September. A former professional footballer, Steve started his career at Nottingham Forest after signing apprentice forms with Brian Clough and later signed professional forms at the age of 18.

Football, Dementia and Me. One Year On

On the anniversary of Alan Shearer's groundbreaking BBC One documentary exploring the possible links between football and dementia, we look back on the progress made and launch a new campaign to support former players.

How it works

We work in partnership with organisations and community venues, including sports clubs, community hubs, sheltered housing, care homes and hospitals to run both Sporting Memories Clubs and one-to-one activities.

Who we are

Sporting Memories Foundation (Registered Charity Number 1154474) is the World's first charity dedicated to Sports Reminiscence & Physical Activities.

Why volunteer with us

By sharing memories of sporting moments however big or small, people are instantly connected, reawakening thoughts feelings and times that would have otherwise been undiscovered all because of a passion for sport.

Our Rich History of Partnerships

Sporting Memories Network has developed a compelling, dynamic and innovative approach to tackling the challenges of an ageing society. Our training, resources and project support are designed in partnership with our service users, carers and volunteers.

Who we are - Scotland

Our Charity in Scotland.

Where your money goes

Where does your money go and what impact does it have

One-to-one reminiscence

Whilst we know the benefits of socialising and attending the weekly clubs, one to one reminiscing can also be an enjoyable and beneficial activity

Donate Books, Memorabilia and Match Programmes

Why not take a few minutes to dig out any old programmes, sports biographies, annuals, shirts, scarves, boots and any other sporting memorabilia that could be put to use at our sporting memories clubs?

Sporting Memories and British Legion Join Forces

Galanos House. A Royal British Legion Care Home in Warwickshire has become the latest partner of Sporting Memories.
"Using the wealth of resources from Sporting Memories has provided a springboard for awakening memories, we have been able to use the sporting themes in our Men’s Club, which has proved really popular and has even stirred them to get up out of their chairs to have a go". Read more

Volunteers Needed for Sporting Memories Clubs Opening in Folkestone

VOLUNTEERS WANTED To help facilitate and/or support our soon to open Sporting Memories Clubs in Folkestone At the Folkestone Sports Centre every Friday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Address: Radnor Park Avenue, Folkestone. CT19 5HX At the Folkestone Care Centre every Wednesday 2 PM - 4 PM Address: 50-52 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone. CT20 2NB FULL TRAINING IS PROVIDED - START DATES TBC Read more

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