Howdens Game Changer Programme - Football

Howdens have partnered with the FA to invest £3M into improving grassroots football club's kitchens so that they can serve their communities with food and refreshments. Providing high quality facilities not only provides vital refreshments to players and spectators, but it also enables clubs to generate additional income which can then be re-invested back into the club for the benefit of all.

Applications are welcomed from England Football Accredited grassroots clubs* to replace, enhance or modernise their kitchens and food and drink offer. By inviting clubs to apply for the Game Changer Programme, Howdens would like applications to demonstrate how the improvements will connect with your communities and make the best use of the skills within your club.

If successful, Howdens will be responsible for the supply of the kitchen. The kitchen includes the cabinets, drawers, hinges, handles, frontals, cabinet trims, worktops, sinks, taps and appliances. Priority will be given to applications that include a nominated fitter that will install the kitchen on a voluntary basis (or a professional fitter funded by the club) and applications that provide more detail on the impact a new kitchen would have on their club.

Please note, the Football Foundation will be administering the application process in conjunction with Howdens and the FA. If you have any questions regarding the application form please contact howdens@footballfoundation.org.uk

Applications close on 31 January 2024.

*NB this programme is open to England Football Accredited 2 or 3 star clubs, or 1 star clubs with 8+ teams and working toward 2 stars.