ABOUT US

The Handball Foundation is committed to transforming lives and strengthening communities through the power of handball.

Mission Statement of the Handball Foundation

At the Handball Foundation, we’re on a mission to ignite a passion for handball across communities, transforming it from a hidden gem into a beacon of health, teamwork, and joy. We believe handball is more than just a sport; it’s a vehicle for positive change, capable of uniting people, nurturing life skills, and promoting well-being for all ages.

Our goal is to weave handball into the fabric of our communities, making it as common as a morning jog or a weekend soccer game. We’re dedicated to introducing the sport to schools and youth organisations, ensuring that every child has the chance to throw, catch, and fall in love with handball. But it doesn’t stop there; we’re committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive handball community that welcomes everyone, from first-time throwers to seasoned pros.

Through the Handball Foundation, we aim to celebrate the sport’s unique blend of excitement, camaraderie, and physical fitness. We envision festivals that bring the game to life, workshops that hone skills, and events that showcase the thrill of the game. Our mission is to make handball a household name, fostering a legacy of health, happiness, and community spirit.

Join us in our journey to elevate handball, one throw at a time, building stronger communities and creating lasting memories along the way. Because at the Handball Foundation, we’re not just playing a game; we’re changing the game.

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Youth Development

Building on the significant impact of our existing programmes, we will continue to prioritise youth development. This aligns with our strategic goal to support handball growth in schools and our commitment to increasing youth participation.

Goal: Support handball growth in secondary schools across Manchester
Target: 20% increase in schools offering handball programmes
Strategy: Collaborate with schools; integrate handball into curriculums

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Community Engagement

Building strong partnerships and actively engaging with our community are key to our success. We will continue to seek mutually beneficial partnerships and foster community cohesion through events, festivals, and other engagement initiatives.

Goal: Organize handball events and festivals for community engagement
Target:  Host at least five community events annually
Strategy: Mobilize volunteers and club members, foster community cohesion

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Community and Inclusivity

Our foundation is committed to fostering a sense of community and ensuring inclusivity in all our activities. This principle aligns with our mission to encourage handball participation across all ages, genders, and backgrounds.

Goal: Promote diversity and inclusion in handball
Target: Increase diversity within the handball community by 15%
Strategy:  Implement policies and outreach programs prioritize safeguarding and duty of care