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The official charity of Brighton & Hove Albion. Using the ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฏ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น to help people get active, keep learning and stay well. ๐Ÿ’™ Book, donate and learn more here: https://linktr.ee/BHAFC_Foundation

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Blue and White Week 2026 (21 - 27 March) - Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation Blue and White Week is back โ€“ a week-long fundraising celebration and a chance for businesses, schools, and all Albion fans to support the Foundation. Join in this March and help raise vital funds for the Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation โ€“ help us transform lives all over Sussex. Whether itโ€™s holding a bake sale,

Blue and white week is back! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿค

For one week this March, we're encouraging local schools, businesses and Albion fans to fundraise and show support for the Foundation.

Find out how you can get involved: https://ow.ly/eX7T50YroL7

09.03.2026 16:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two girls in blue kits run for the ball during an advanced centre session at the training ground

Two girls in blue kits run for the ball during an advanced centre session at the training ground

Women's first team players Jelena Cankovic and Olaug Tvedten smile as children raise their hands to ask questions in a classroom

Women's first team players Jelena Cankovic and Olaug Tvedten smile as children raise their hands to ask questions in a classroom

Foundation coach and community captain winner Jaime high fives a girl in a black bib

Foundation coach and community captain winner Jaime high fives a girl in a black bib

Foundation coaches in their black training gear have a group photo at the Elite Performance Centre

Foundation coaches in their black training gear have a group photo at the Elite Performance Centre

Celebrating our female participants and coaches on International Women's Day! ๐Ÿซถ

#IWD2026

08.03.2026 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Children along with Matt, Adam and Nadia all cheer enthusiastically. Nadia is holding up a BHAFC Foundation scarf, and the pupils are holding signed postcards and medals.

Children along with Matt, Adam and Nadia all cheer enthusiastically. Nadia is holding up a BHAFC Foundation scarf, and the pupils are holding signed postcards and medals.

Two pupils smile and show off their red Albion medals

Two pupils smile and show off their red Albion medals

Jack laughs with a student as he hands her a 'premier league primary stars' branded box containing books

Jack laughs with a student as he hands her a 'premier league primary stars' branded box containing books

Happy World Book Day! ๐Ÿ“š

Jack Hinshelwood and Matt O'Riley joined author Nadia Shireen at North Lancing Primary School, to take part in the annual Footy and Booky Quiz. Encouraging young people to Go All In for the national year of reading.

#WorldBookDay | #GoAllIn2026

05.03.2026 12:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The Amex Stadium 100K ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™‚๏ธ | Frazer's Fundraising Story
YouTube video by Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation The Amex Stadium 100K ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™‚๏ธ | Frazer's Fundraising Story

Frazer took on the monumental challenge of running 100 kilometres around the Amex Stadium, in aid of the Foundation and Charlie Waller Trust.

This is his story right up until that final step around the West Stand. ๐ŸŸ๏ธ

You can still support Frazer's Fundraiser here: ow.ly/Kxl350YpbzX

04.03.2026 16:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Foundation Kicks coach Nathan Gatt stands in front of a painting of Lewis Dunk on an Albion-themed mural. He's wearing his Foundation vest and his race completion medal

Foundation Kicks coach Nathan Gatt stands in front of a painting of Lewis Dunk on an Albion-themed mural. He's wearing his Foundation vest and his race completion medal

Kit assistant Harry Wood shows off his medal after completing the half marathon in aid of the Foundation

Kit assistant Harry Wood shows off his medal after completing the half marathon in aid of the Foundation

Three men from the TC Knill James 'KJ Leopards' team, rep their Foundation shirts in front of the beech

Three men from the TC Knill James 'KJ Leopards' team, rep their Foundation shirts in front of the beech

Thank you to all of our runners who took on the Brighton Half Marathon, you're all legends! ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’™

For anyone with the running bug, we still have spaces for next month's Brighton 10K. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/Y0mb50YoEm7

03.03.2026 16:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Fabian smiles and taps rackets with Phil to celebrate a well-taken shot

Fabian smiles and taps rackets with Phil to celebrate a well-taken shot

Andrew and his teammate laugh together after an impressive shot

Andrew and his teammate laugh together after an impressive shot

Andrew Crofts and Fabian Hurzeler take a group picture behind the net on the padel court. They flank the winning community champion and his friend, with the initial auction winner stood in the middle

Andrew Crofts and Fabian Hurzeler take a group picture behind the net on the padel court. They flank the winning community champion and his friend, with the initial auction winner stood in the middle

Happy birthday, Fabian Hurzeler! ๐Ÿฅณ

The boss and Andrew Crofts recently donated a padel experience to the Foundation, which was won by lucky Community Champion, Phil! ๐Ÿ“

26.02.2026 11:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A boy in an orange Foundation branded bib stands with his arms outstretched, similar to Jude Bellingham's trademark celebration

A boy in an orange Foundation branded bib stands with his arms outstretched, similar to Jude Bellingham's trademark celebration

A boy smiles and bumps his fists with his group during a drill

A boy smiles and bumps his fists with his group during a drill

A boy in a black bib smiles back to a fellow player while walking back to position during a game

A boy in a black bib smiles back to a fellow player while walking back to position during a game

A boy in a green Foundation bib runs and has his arms outstretched in celebration

A boy in a green Foundation bib runs and has his arms outstretched in celebration

Despite the weather, it was nothing but smiles and celebrations at our Worthing soccer school last week! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿ˜„

25.02.2026 17:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Rich Reynolds, Norman Cook and Guy Butters stand behind the counter at the Community Hub holding coffee cups and mugs. A neon 'Community Hub' sign lights up behind them

Rich Reynolds, Norman Cook and Guy Butters stand behind the counter at the Community Hub holding coffee cups and mugs. A neon 'Community Hub' sign lights up behind them

A reminder that our Community Hub is open Tuesday and Wednesday every week from 9am-2:30pm, offering a range of tasty food and drinks. ๐Ÿฅ™โ˜•๏ธ

The Hub is also available for external events outside of opening hours, get in touch with communityhub@bhafcfoundation.org.uk to find out more.

24.02.2026 11:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Frazer sits on the floor with his head in hands outside the Amex Stadium's West Stand after completing his 100k run.

Frazer sits on the floor with his head in hands outside the Amex Stadium's West Stand after completing his 100k run.

Frazer, with his family and friends, have a photo outside the stadium after he completed his run

Frazer, with his family and friends, have a photo outside the stadium after he completed his run

100K completed! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธโœ…

A massive thank you to Frazer Last, who ran over two and a half marathons around the Amex on Saturday in support of the Foundation and the Charlie Waller Trust. ๐Ÿ’™

His fundraising page is still live if youโ€™d like to celebrate his incredible effort: https://ow.ly/zbbp50Ykjl1

23.02.2026 16:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A group of students in a classroom attempt the floor panel codebreaking game. There are circles on the floor, one student attempts to complete the route while his classmates in the background give guidance

A group of students in a classroom attempt the floor panel codebreaking game. There are circles on the floor, one student attempts to complete the route while his classmates in the background give guidance

A student who holds the correct route in his hands watches his peers attempt to complete the challenge

A student who holds the correct route in his hands watches his peers attempt to complete the challenge

A group of three students plan and write out their route at a table

A group of three students plan and write out their route at a table

Students from Peacehaven Community School got involved in a code-breaking game, using logic and teamwork to solve secret routes their peers created. ๐Ÿ”Ž

Our work in secondary schools is made possible by the Premier League Inspires programme. ๐Ÿ’ก

21.02.2026 13:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A group of people sit in the home changing room at the Amex Stadium, one holding a blind football.

A group of people sit in the home changing room at the Amex Stadium, one holding a blind football.

A Foundation coach holds a powerchair football, with a young man in a blue Foundation hoodie watching on.

A Foundation coach holds a powerchair football, with a young man in a blue Foundation hoodie watching on.

A woman uses a Foundation Soccer STEM robot.

A woman uses a Foundation Soccer STEM robot.

Two Foundation staff members laugh as they speak to a Community Champion.

Two Foundation staff members laugh as they speak to a Community Champion.

We were delighted to welcome some of our Community Champions to the Amex for a showcase evening; learning more about where their money goes, trying out some Foundation activities, and meeting other champions.

We hope you all had a fantastic time! ๐Ÿ’™

20.02.2026 17:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Guy Butters and two ladies enjoy coffees, sweet treats and a laugh at a table in the Community Hub

Guy Butters and two ladies enjoy coffees, sweet treats and a laugh at a table in the Community Hub

Our Community Hub will now be opening from 9am-2.30pm every Tuesday and Wednesday. โ˜•๏ธ

Located at 136 Freshfield Road, pop by for delicious hot drinks, lunches and sweet treats! ๐Ÿฅ

16.02.2026 12:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Jack Hinshelwood's signed match-worn shirt sits on a mannequin. In shot is the 'Hinshelwood 13' lettering, the BHAFC Foundation logo and Jack's signature

Jack Hinshelwood's signed match-worn shirt sits on a mannequin. In shot is the 'Hinshelwood 13' lettering, the BHAFC Foundation logo and Jack's signature

A close up of Jan Paul Van Hecke's signed match-worn shirt on a mannequin. In shot is the 'Van Hecke 6' lettering, and JP's signature

A close up of Jan Paul Van Hecke's signed match-worn shirt on a mannequin. In shot is the 'Van Hecke 6' lettering, and JP's signature

Joel Veltman's signed match-worn shirt on a mannequin. In shot is the 'Veltman 34' lettering, the BHAFC Foundation logo, with Joel's signature sat above it

Joel Veltman's signed match-worn shirt on a mannequin. In shot is the 'Veltman 34' lettering, the BHAFC Foundation logo, with Joel's signature sat above it

Last call for the memorabilia hunters! ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

The match-worn shirt auction closes tonight at 10pm. Put in your late bids and raise funds for the Foundation: https://ow.ly/Mbyy50Yf5Yi

14.02.2026 12:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Frazer, wearing the 2001 centenary home shirt, smiles and pumps his fists while standing pitchside at the Amex Stadium

Frazer, wearing the 2001 centenary home shirt, smiles and pumps his fists while standing pitchside at the Amex Stadium

Just one week until Frazer Last takes on his mammoth 100km run around the Amex! ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™‚๏ธ

The life-long Albion fan is raising funds for the Foundation, support his fundraiser here: https://ow.ly/CIWx50Yf2Mj ๐Ÿ’™

14.02.2026 10:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Last chance for the match-worn auction! ๐Ÿšจ

Our signed shirt auction is closing this Saturday at 10pm. Bid here and support the Foundation: https://ow.ly/LgJX50Yf3kF

13.02.2026 17:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two girls in Brighton kit laugh while dribbling the ball at a training session

Two girls in Brighton kit laugh while dribbling the ball at a training session

A girl in a white bib smiles and holds her arms outstretched in celebration after scoring a goal

A girl in a white bib smiles and holds her arms outstretched in celebration after scoring a goal

Two girls battle for the ball. One player in a pink bib attempts to tackle her dribbling opponent

Two girls battle for the ball. One player in a pink bib attempts to tackle her dribbling opponent

A coach gives instructions as players stood and sat around her listen

A coach gives instructions as players stood and sat around her listen

The players were all smiles in the cold at our Advanced Centre last week. ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿฅถ

Our girls football programmes are supported by the Premier League and PFA Players' Fund. ๐Ÿค

12.02.2026 13:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Lisandro Martinez grabs Georginio Rutter's shirt as Georgi attempts to bring the ball down during the FA Cup clash against Manchester United

Lisandro Martinez grabs Georginio Rutter's shirt as Georgi attempts to bring the ball down during the FA Cup clash against Manchester United

The back of Georginio Rutter's signed match-worn shirt is displayed on a mannequin

The back of Georginio Rutter's signed match-worn shirt is displayed on a mannequin

Martinez couldn't wait to grab Georgi's shirt...

Luckily for Lisandro, there's two of them on the auction, bid here: https://ow.ly/J96a50Y9SMX

11.02.2026 10:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Cankovic and Tvedten laugh along with the children, while giving their questions and answers session

Cankovic and Tvedten laugh along with the children, while giving their questions and answers session

Olaug Tvedten, wearing the purple training top and a coat, speaks to the kids during the Q&A

Olaug Tvedten, wearing the purple training top and a coat, speaks to the kids during the Q&A

Jelena and Olaug each hold a colourful hand-drawn card given to them by a student. The card features a female Brighton player with "Seagulls" written above them

Jelena and Olaug each hold a colourful hand-drawn card given to them by a student. The card features a female Brighton player with "Seagulls" written above them

Jelena holds up the inside of the card, showing a message from a child to the players. The card reads: "Thank you for coming to visit Brighton Girls, love from Queenie."

Jelena holds up the inside of the card, showing a message from a child to the players. The card reads: "Thank you for coming to visit Brighton Girls, love from Queenie."

Last week, Jelena Cankovic and Olaug Tvedten visited students from Brighton Girls School for an inspiring questions and answers session! ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ’™

Brighton & Hove Albion Women

10.02.2026 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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For the Premier League's #WithPride campaign, our coaches have been delivering workshops about allyship and friendship at our Premier League Kicks sessions across Sussex.

#PLKicks

09.02.2026 17:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Kaoru Mitoma battling for possession on the pitch at Old Trafford. He's wearing our blue and white kit with the FA Cup sleeve badges

Kaoru Mitoma battling for possession on the pitch at Old Trafford. He's wearing our blue and white kit with the FA Cup sleeve badges

Kaoru Mitoma's signed match-worn shirt shits on a mannequin

Kaoru Mitoma's signed match-worn shirt shits on a mannequin

Ferdi Kadioglu sprints with the ball during the Manchester United FA Cup match

Ferdi Kadioglu sprints with the ball during the Manchester United FA Cup match

Ferdi's signed match-worn shirt sits on a mannequin. Ferdi's signature sits between his number 24 and the BHAFC Foundation logo

Ferdi's signed match-worn shirt sits on a mannequin. Ferdi's signature sits between his number 24 and the BHAFC Foundation logo

Nine signed match-worn shirts from our FA Cup win against Manchester United are now available on the auction page, with all proceeds going to the Foundation. ๐Ÿ’™

Bid here: https://ow.ly/CyiY50Ybz8t

09.02.2026 10:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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"Amazing" Albion Memories bringing fans together - Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation Last week people across the country took part in Race Against Dementia Day, raising funds and awareness to help beat dementia. In 2023, the BHAFC Foundation started running a group to support Albion fans with mild to moderate dementia. Albion Memories invites fans and former players to come together once a month to reminisce, have

๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€œWhat the Foundation does is amazing, not only for people with dementia but for people like myself who are carers.โ€

https://bhafcfoundation.org.uk/amazing-albion-memories-bringing-fans-together/

08.02.2026 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Maisie in the full 25/26 season home kit, poses with the Foundation scarf over her shoulders on media day

Maisie in the full 25/26 season home kit, poses with the Foundation scarf over her shoulders on media day

Maisie and Sophie Baggaley take a photo with a young fan during a school Q&A

Maisie and Sophie Baggaley take a photo with a young fan during a school Q&A

Maisie, wearing a blue and white Santa hat, poses next to a Christmas tree holding her signed blue Foundation bauble

Maisie, wearing a blue and white Santa hat, poses next to a Christmas tree holding her signed blue Foundation bauble

Wishing a very happy birthday to the skipper, Maisie Symonds! ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿ’™

02.02.2026 16:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A pack of Goldstone Grounds coffee.

A pack of Goldstone Grounds coffee.

Thank you to everyone who has bought Goldstone Grounds by Flour Pot Bakery and The Milk Shed Coffee Roasters - you've already raised hundreds of pounds for the Foundation! ๐Ÿ’™

Buy a bag in-store or online here: https://themilkshed.coffee/collections/coffee/products/goldstone-grounds

29.01.2026 20:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two boys in bibs battle for the ball at a Premier League Kicks session. The UK Government logo is in the bottom left corner and the 'Team Up!' logo is in the top right

Two boys in bibs battle for the ball at a Premier League Kicks session. The UK Government logo is in the bottom left corner and the 'Team Up!' logo is in the top right

This week organisations across the UK are encouraging young men to #TeamUp to end isolation. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

Whether itโ€™s playing, spectating or supporting, sport isnโ€™t just a game - itโ€™s where mates have your back. We're offering mental health focused sessions for men and young people: https://ow.ly/ckRw50Y4fg1

28.01.2026 10:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Nike football is sat on the turf, while an out of focus football team and their coaches are talking in the background

A Nike football is sat on the turf, while an out of focus football team and their coaches are talking in the background

We're hiring a Designated Safeguarding Officer. A great role for anyone passionate about protecting children and vulnerable people.

โ–ถ๏ธ Apply here: https://ow.ly/zBf450Y3FYQ

26.01.2026 14:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Joe Jenkins stands in front of a beach for a photo.

Joe Jenkins stands in front of a beach for a photo.

We're delighted to welcome Joe Jenkins as our new CEO!

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bhafcfoundation.org.uk/brighton-hove-albion-foundation-appoints-new-chief-executive-officer/

26.01.2026 09:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Spectacular saves on Sunday! ๐Ÿงค

25.01.2026 11:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Frazer Last, wearing the 2001 Albion centenary shirt pumps his fist and holds his running shoes, pitchside at the Amex Stadium

Frazer Last, wearing the 2001 Albion centenary shirt pumps his fist and holds his running shoes, pitchside at the Amex Stadium

Next month, Frazer Last will be running an incredible 100km around the Amex Stadium, in aide of the Foundation and the Charlie Waller Trust. ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’จ

Support Frazer's fundraiser here: https://ow.ly/FEAR50Y1KcG

24.01.2026 09:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A boy, pictured through a goal net in a Brighton shirt celebrates by smiling and pumping his fists

A boy, pictured through a goal net in a Brighton shirt celebrates by smiling and pumping his fists

Less than four weeks until our half-term soccer schools get started. ๐Ÿ˜

Fun football activities at seven different locations across Sussex! ๐Ÿ“

Book here: https://ow.ly/N0Lj50Y1JZx

23.01.2026 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Will Brickell, holding his Premier League Icon of the Month award stands pitch side at the Amex with Paul Mullen next to him. The East Stand looms over them in the background

Will Brickell, holding his Premier League Icon of the Month award stands pitch side at the Amex with Paul Mullen next to him. The East Stand looms over them in the background

Rich Reynolds holds a microphone to Will during his pitchside interview

Rich Reynolds holds a microphone to Will during his pitchside interview

Will, his parents, and Paul Mullen stand pitchside for a group photo

Will, his parents, and Paul Mullen stand pitchside for a group photo

Will Brickell was presented with his Community Icon of the Month award at the Bournemouth match. ๐Ÿ…

Will helps the Foundation deliver education to thousands of children every year through our Premier League #PrimaryStars programme.

22.01.2026 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0