Sporting Influence

Founded in 2020, Sporting Influence Foundation is a Harrogate-based Community Interest Company, dedicated to improving the physical and mental well-being of children through sport and physical education programmes.

It provides inclusive opportunities for young people, regardless of background, to engage in activities that build confidence, teamwork, and determination. It wortks with schools, local businesses, and community organisations and delivers sport and wellbeing sessions, including girls-only classes, and Primary School First Aid.

In 2024 28 families were supported by the foundation, and 274 young people benefited from free places at Sporting Influence holiday activity clubs. The foundation also trained 1062 young people in first aid.