Hi I'm Tina a parent and assistant manager of the Mitcham Park Fc U10s team. 

I've lived and worked in merton for over 10 years 

I seen a need in our local community and I'm asking for your help ❤️ 
 
⚽ Help a Child in Merton Play Football – Support the Kickstart Fund! 
 
Every child deserves the chance to play football — but for many families in Merton, the £190 registration fee is a barrier they simply can’t overcome. That’s why Mitcham Park FC launched the Kickstart Fund: to break down financial barriers and give every child the opportunity to join the team. 
 
The Local Challenge: 
 
An estimated 25–29% of children in Merton live in poverty — that’s nearly 1 in 4 kids who may miss out, just because of cost . 
 
Many of those children depend on free school meals — around 22% of pupils in Merton receive this support . 
 
Why Sport Makes a Difference: 
 
Youth who participate in team sports are 44% less likely to engage in antisocial behavior, and 14% less likely to reoffend when given ongoing support . 
 
A London-based study found that early sport-based intervention builds trusted relationships, creates safe spaces, and helps prevent future youth violence . 
 
Community sport programs have a proven impact on reducing crime and enhancing wellbeing . 
 
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What the Kickstart Fund Will Do: 
 
Provide full or partial funding (up to £190) to children facing hardship 
 
Operate transparently and with full confidentiality 
 
Be overseen by a small, trusted panel from Mitcham Park FC 
 
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How You Can Help: 
 
Sponsor a child (£190 covers a full season) 
 
Donate any amount – even small contributions make a difference 
 
Share this campaign with friends, neighbours, and local connections 
 
Our Goal: 
 
To raise enough funds to ensure no child is left out, and to help build confidence, teamwork, and resilience—one football match at a time. 
 
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Join Us – Make a Difference Today: 
 
By supporting the Kickstart Fund, you're not just donating — you're investing in futures, deterring youth crime, and strengthening our community. 
 
Thank you for helping us kick-start a brighter future for Merton’s kids. 
 
update 25/26 season 

****your donations enabled 5 players to either full or partial funding ❤️❤️ **

Chris Kemp

Laura Finlay

Siobhain McDonagh

Samantha Coles

Penny Smith

Charlotte Moore

Courtney Nicholl

Mark Rogers

Susan Reynolds

Graeme Armstrong

Victoria Pike

jane sweeney

Claire Young

Colin Duncan

Helen Gilhooly

Amy Locke

Laura Feltham

Dimitar Nikolov

Mitchell Whitby

Aimee Hilson

Mitcham Park FC Kickstart Fund ⚽️

¡Solo faltan £525£ ! Tú puedes marcar la diferencia.

Mitcham Park FC Kickstart Fund ⚽️

¡Solo faltan £525 !
Tú puedes marcar la diferencia.