How We Became a Force for Change

We are StreetGames, the sector-leading national charity transforming young people’s lives through sport.

Our network of over 1,600 community partners brings physical activity to young people who need it most. We believe sport is a right, not a privilege, and that our mission is to create equal opportunities so every young person can be active, confident, and connected.

We exist because of a fundamental inequality.

Sport is powerful: it empowers young people and gives them the opportunity to transform their lives, but those growing up in low-income and under-served communities often face serious barriers that prevent them from taking part in sport.

These barriers include:

Lack of local facilities or safe spaces.
Cost and travel barriers.
Confidence and wellbeing challenges.

4.5

million

children live in poverty in the UK.

1.40

is the amount spent per week on sport by families in the lowest 10% of incomes.

of young people say a lack of confidence stops them taking part in sport and physical activity.

How we work

Since 2007, StreetGames have been working with community partners across the country to remove barriers and bring opportunities directly to young people’s doorsteps. We deliver positive change using a tried-and-tested methodology called Doorstep Sport – built on years of experience of what works when it comes to engaging young people living in under-served communities.

It’s local, accessible, and youth-led, offering safe spaces to be active, connect, and belong.
Sessions are free or low-cost, designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and fun.
Doorstep Sport isn’t just about playing games, it’s about building confidence, friendships, and brighter futures.

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From a local idea to a national force for change

We have over 18 years of experience supporting local sport and physical activity.
Our network of 1,600 community partners reaches 217 of the UK’s 317 local authorities.
Working with our community partners, we supported 400,000 young people in 2024 alone.
Our partnerships shape national policy around the use of sport to transform young lives.

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Being involved with StreetGames has made a huge difference on my life. I don’t just get to make a difference to my own life, but to inspire and help others make a difference to theirs.

- Ikram, StreetGames Young Advisor

It’s a great working partnership. We value the time and effort StreetGames put into us to ensure we can be the best version of ourselves!

- StreetGames Community Partner

People & Partnerships – The Heart of Our Story

StreetGames doesn’t just fund sport – we support, connect, and champion the community organisations that make it happen.

Our network includes local charities, youth clubs, councils, housing associations, and national partners, all working together to make sport accessible for everyone.
Collaboration is our power: by linking local delivery with national insight and policy, we drive lasting change.

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Our Vision

At StreetGames, we know the power sport has to transform life chances and we’ll fight tooth and claw until every young person gets the opportunities they deserve.

We work tirelessly with our partners in pursuit of our vision: healthier, safer, more successful communities through sport.

We will have achieved our vision when:

All young people from low-income, under-served communities can engage in life-enhancing Doorstep Sport.
There is a year-round, multisport offer available in every low-income, under-served community.
All young people from low-income, under-served communities can access a pathway to become volunteers and future community leaders.
All mainstream sports providers change their practice to meet the needs of young people from low-income, under-served communities.

Find out more in our strategy

LeadershipPhilosophy

StreetGames is led by a team of experienced professionals who combine deep community understanding with strategic leadership. Their diverse expertise ensures that investment, partnerships, and innovation deliver real results.

Meet the Team

Looking Forward – The Next Chapter

We are continuing to grow our network, reach more communities, and use sport to tackle inequality. We’ll keep amplifying young people’s voices, shaping a future where every young person feels safe, happy, and healthy through sport. We’ve been changing sport and transforming lives for over 18 years – and we’re just getting started.

How We Became a Force for Change