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Who we are and what we do Year in review Building Community Pride Creating a Safe, Calm Space D C C T S e n s o r y R o o m An Epic Cycling Tour F o u n d e r s R i d e Supporting Good Health and Wellbeing There’s Still Life Ahead of You M e e t D i a n a It’s Worked Miracles M e e t L e t i c i a Optimising Life Chances From Student to Community Coach M e e t C a l l u m A Real Confidence Booster M e e t L e o Developing Active Communities Making Rugby Accessible T 1 S c h o o l s R u g b y P r o j e c t Over a Decade of DS Active M e e t W i l l Trust Partners Funding Partners Our team and SAFEGUARDING a note from the CEO
Derby County Community Trust empowers communities to improve lives through sport, physical activity, health and education, harnessing the power of Derby County Football Club. We deliver a wide range of programmes that make a real difference to people of all ages across Derby, Derbyshire and beyond. Football is at our heart, but our impact reaches far beyond the pitch. Whether it’s through school initiatives, health and wellbeing projects, disability programmes, mental health support, or football development opportunities, our ultimate vision is to create a thriving, healthy, and connected community. Our work is built around four key priorities: building community pride, supporting good health and wellbeing, optimising life chances and developing more active communities. These pillars represent who we are: a charity rooted in our community, proud of our impact and committed to making a difference.
We are Not Just Football. *All the statistics in this document cover delivery between 1st July 2025 – 30th June 2026
JUly 2025
August 2025
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launch of dcct college We announced the launch of Derby County Community Trust College, a new era of our education provision.
December 2025
November 2025
Trust Partner Re-Launch Event Representatives from over 35 local businesses attended our Trust Partner Relaunch event to find out more about partnership opportunities.
Christmas at Community Corner
Sky Sports Presenter Hayley McQueen inspired participants at our “For Ewe” Women’s Wellness Event at Pride Park Stadium.
We welcomed 145 participants to Christmas at Community Corner for games, crafts and a turkey cob with all the trimmings.
april 2026
march 2026
“For Ewe” Women’s Wellness Event
Premier League Community Captain
Celebration of Dance at Derby Theatre
We announced our Premier League Community Captain as part of the Premier League More than a Game campaign.
776 pupils from 43 primary schools from across Derby took part in 4 Celebration of Dance shows at Derby Theatre.
october 2025
september 2025
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Not Just Football Campaign Launched We launched our new identity campaign titled “Not Just Football”, celebrating the breadth and depth of our work across Derby and Derbyshire.
January 2026
February 2026
annual awards evening We welcomed over 200 guests to Pride Park Stadium to celebrate and recognise participants, volunteers and staff who exemplify Trust values.
World Cancer Day XI
The Rams EFL Championship fixture against West Bromwich Albion marked EFL Community Weekend where over £3000 was raised through ‘Bring a Pound to the Ground’.
To mark World Cancer Day on 4th February Derby County Community Trust and Derby County introduced the Active Recovery XI.
may 2026
june 2026
EFL Community Weekend
Trust participants star in home kit launch
Refugee Tournament
Three Derby County Community Trust participants were part of six groups to feature in the shoot for the 2026/27 Derby County Home Kit.
To mark Refugee Week 2026, Derby County Community Trust and Derbyshire Refugee Solidarity, hosted the third annual Refugee Football Tournament at Derby Racecourse Hub.
05 We are building communities that people are proud of and are actively engaged in by creating spaces where everyone feels welcome. Whether it’s on the pitch, in the classroom, or out in the community, we are supporting people to be proud of where they live and who they are.
What we do Reduce social isolation: Through initiatives such as Community Meals, which has served 1,072 meals over the 2025/26 season, we are helping to reduce social isolation. We support 50 older people through our Forever Active programmes weekly, whether that be chair-based exercise, walking football or Extra Time Hub sessions. We have also been developing peer support networks across programmes such as our Parkinson’s and Wellbeing For All programmes, empowering participants to support each other through diagnosis. Secure funding and investment into community programmes: This year we have invested £3.8 million invested into community programmes that have supported 38,000 participants. Our fundraising events have raised £110,000 that has been invested back into our community programmes. This year we secured additional funding to help us begin delivery of new, vitally important, programmes such as Switching Formations - a personal development programme designed to challenge stereotypes, build emotional intelligence and support boys to thrive. Increase cross-community interaction: The reach of the Trust goes beyond Derbyshire. Through the Rams in Kenya and Schools in Kenya projects we have supported 136 volunteers to travel to the slums of Nakaru, Kenya to help transform partner schools. This year, £103,000 has been invested by 20 partner organisations who form our Trust Partner cohort. Their support has enabled us to reach more communities and contribute to corporate social responsibility strategies across the city and county.
“I just thought this would be a once in a lifetime trip and I mean it was bu again. It was great from start to finish and I’ve never felt so welcome and all my nerves disappeared, I knew I had made the right decision.” Rams in Kenya volunteer
“Loved meeting women from lots of different areas and times of life. Sha learning. Reflecting on how we can help each other to achieve the littl our lives is absolutely priceless.” Women’s Health Event Attendee
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182
Participants used the Sensory Room at Pride Park stadium
122
Children accessed Rammie’s Special Guest 15 of these were gifted to those would otherwise not be able to access the opportunity.
3,800
Runners took part in the derby 10k and family fun run
250
Trees were planted as part of the Black, White and Green programme
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DCCT sensory room Derby County Community Trust’s Sensory Rooms ensure that every supporter, regardless of ability can enjoy watching the mighty Rams. After initially launching for a selection of fixtures during the 2019/20 season, the offer returned after the pandemic during the 2021/22 season. Since then, it has provided countless families with the opportunity to access the matchday experience, which may have previously seemed unattainable. Due to high demand, in 2023 an additional Sensory Room was opened to enable the Trust to support more families. The Sensory Rooms, that are based in executive boxes in the Northwest Corner of Pride Park Stadium contain sensory equipment including LED bubble tubes, fibre optic strands, busy boards and fidget toys. Bron visited the sensory room with his family during the 2025/26 season to watch Derby County’s fixture against Queens Park Rangers. His family are lifelong Derby fans, and it was their dream to attend a game together, after previous difficulties in getting his son, who is autistic to attend a game. “It was the first time we got to go together as a family to the football, to go see the team that we have all supported since we were kids. I wanted my son to be part of it and we were excited as a family to all be together at the match for the first time.” Bron’s son struggles with loud noises, crowds and intense environments, which is the very nature of a football game. He said, “The amazing thing about the room is that there is a place within the stadium where my son could adjust to the environment and take his time. He spent a lot of time in the first half inside with the doors shut and behind the glass and as time went on, he wanted to go outside and spend time with his family and by the end of it we were sat together watching the game.”
“Thank you to you, your team and the club, for creating the opportunity for my son and his family to be able to enjoy a match at Pride Park together. I honestly didn’t think it would ever be possible. I’m also not exaggerating when I say this will be a lifelong memory.” Sensory Room attendee
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FOUNDERS RIDE In June 2026, Derby County Community Trust held it’s first-ever Founders Ride, a challenge that brought together supporters of the Trust for a three-day adventure. The inaugural event saw riders take on a 250-mile route from Burnley’s Turf Moor to Derby County’s Pride Park Stadium, visiting all 12 Football League founding clubs along the way while raising vital funds to support Derby County Community Trust’s work in the community. Day one saw the team complete a gruelling 71 miles visiting the homes of Accrington Stanley, Blackburn Rovers, Preston North End, Bolton Wanderers and Everton along the way. After a rest and refuel the team headed to Stoke City and Wolverhampton Wanderers on day two. The final day of the ride consisted of a visit to The Hawthorns, home of West Bromwich Albion followed by Villa Park and Meadow Lane before heading home to the home of the Rams, Pride Park Stadium. One participant described the experience simply as: ‘An epic cycling tour’ For many riders, the friendships and camaraderie built along the way were one of the highlights of the challenge. One rider said: “The most amazing experience with brilliant like-minded people, the camaraderie, banter, support and laughs will last a lifetime.” The support and teamwork between riders also helped make the challenge achievable, with participants encouraging each other through every stage of the journey. “The satisfaction of completing the ride and raising money for the local community is just brilliant. The welcome at Pride Park was also fantastic!” The Founders Ride was not only about completing the miles, but about making a difference. A total of £5,000 was raised to support DCCT’s projects. The success of the inaugural Founders Ride has created the foundations for what promises to become a memorable annual challenge.
09 We’re helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives. Central to our work is supporting people experiencing health inequalities. We’re delivering a wide range of health and wellbeing programmes in response to the demands of the communities we serve across Derby and Derbyshire.
What we do Improve health and wellbeing outcomes: Our long-standing health programmes have shown great results this year including; 78% of Cardiac Rehab participants lowering or maintaining their blood pressure at a healthy level, 78% of Pain Management clients reporting a reduction in pain rating scale and 69% of children on our Live IT, child weight management programme reducing their weight. The Summer, Christmas and Easter holidays saw us deliver the Holiday Activity and Food programme to 284 young people, providing activity and a healthy lunch during the break from school. Foster long-lasting participation: Events like our International Women’s Day and For Ewe Wellness event empowered and educated over 100 women on prominent women’s health topics, fuelling them with knowledge for the future. The Active Schools programme has grown with the offer now spanning 12 local schools and working with 4,293 children to create lasting change. As a direct result of this work, 74% of targeted children improved their physical development. Foster strong partnerships with health services: Many of our health programmes are delivered in partnership with local and national organisations, strengthening both reach and impact. Our Active Recovery programme, delivered in partnership with UHDB supported 248 people this year. The Macmillan Wellbeing for All programme delivered cancer awareness workshops to 151 clients, predominantly from ethnically diverse communities. In January, we launched our most recent health project, Community Pulmonary Rehabilitation as a direct result of respiratory disease being named a national clinical priority in the NHS 10 Year plan. So far, we have supported 37 patients through this service.
“The staff are wonderful; I believe that this (the programmes) are helpin the conditions that I’ve got. All I can say is that I’ve just got to keep on Parkie Rams participant
“Being made to feel so very welcome and really heard properly and gen comfortable enough to talk about everything associated with our da related to our chronic pain with others who understand immensely.” Pain management participant
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6,000
PARTICIPANTS Across our health and wellbeing programmes
180
Women engaged in our women’s health programmes
4,600
Children accessed our Live IT and Active Schools programmes
45
Regular attendees on our Parkinson’s programme
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MEET DIANA... For Diana, joining Derby County Community Trust’s Active Recovery programme, delivered in partnership with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, in June 2025 has helped her recover physically, emotionally and socially after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Diagnosed in November 2024, Diana underwent four months of chemotherapy before beginning maintenance treatment, which is due to finish in April 2027. Like many people after cancer treatment, she wanted to regain the fitness she had lost during months of isolation. On the impact the programme has had on her life, Diana said: “The programme’s helped me by getting fit again. Having chemo, I lost a lot of my fitness just sitting around, isolating at home, so I needed to rebuild and regain my fitness levels.” Diana first heard about Derby County Community Trust’s Active Recovery programme through another lymphoma patient before finding out more at the Macmillan Centre. Alongside rebuilding her fitness, Diana says one of the biggest benefits of Active Recovery has been the friendships she has made with others who understand what she has been through. She said: “Joining the programme has really helped because I enjoy mixing with other cancer patients and although our journey is different, we all share an emotional bond together. Everyone’s friendly, everyone’s happy and everyone’s living their life and it’s a really good community.” The improvements haven’t just been emotional. Diana has also achieved something she never thought she would: “It’s helped me emotionally, socially and just getting my fitness back, my energy back. I started running last year, around November time. I did the 3K in March and I’ve never been able to run in my life. “So, to do that while still having treatment was great and I can see myself getting fitter and better as well.” Her message for anyone who has recently finished cancer treatment and is beginning their recovery journey, is simply: “There’s still life ahead of you.”
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MEET LETICIA... Leticia, who is 6 years old, first joined the Little Live Its programme three years ago following a conversation with a GP who decided that it would be of benefit to her and her family. She then joined the Live It programme when she turned five. The Live IT programme is Derby County Community Trust’s child weight management offer. Targeted at 5- to 17-year-olds who are identified on or above the 85th centile for BMI, it supports young people to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The service is family-centered, evidence-based and focuses on healthy eating, physical activity and emotional health. When asked about her favourite part of the session Leticia quickly said; “Making the food and drinks,” explaining that smoothie making has been her favourite. Her mum described how this has been the most beneficial part of the session for Leticia, describing the confidence it has given her to lead decision making around food at home, saying; “When we are making wraps she will say ‘I want to have lettuce’ when before she was not doing this. It’s so encouraging seeing her eat [the healthy foods] at the sessions and now at home. We now have more vegetables, and she checks the resources that she has been given and looks back on these daily.” As a direct result of the sessions, Leticia now actively wants to go food shopping with her mum who says; “She shows me what she wants when we go shopping and says, ‘I need a cucumber, I need a carrot.’ It is not just Leticia that the programme has impacted, the family have also reaped the benefits, her mum described; “We have increased in doing walks in the evening together. She [Leticia] now makes my life so easy, she shows me what she really wants, I’m not stressed anymore. I have also lost some KG’s!” On how the programme will continue to influence Leticia’s life beyond the sessions, her mum said; “The advice that she gets, the change she has made whilst here has affected her back home. It has worked miracles for me.”
13 We are raising aspirations, building resilience and positively influencing prospects for people across Derby and Derbyshire. This year we have engaged with those most at risk of being left behind, reaching individuals and communities who need us the most.
what we do Improve confidence, skills and aspirations: Harnessing the Derby County brand, we use football as a tool to encourage young people to develop important skills. The Premier League Primary Stars programme has this year delivered 67 workshops to local pupils on topics such as World Book Day, World Maths Day, Anti-Bullying Week, and No Room for Racism. In addition, the Joy of moving programme has empowered 2,500 school children to develop lifelong healthy habits. The girls football pathway at DCCT has this year seen 5 players make international debuts and 4 make Derby County Women First Team debuts, demonstrating the high-level coaching players receive during their time with us. Our new programme, Switching Formations engaged 65 pupils from 6 secondary schools in a personal development programme specifically targeted at young males. Sustain partnerships and referral pathways: Maintaining a strong referral pathway and partnerships with community teams has been key to the success of our Active Choices programme this year. The programme has supported 232 clients who are recovering from alcohol and substance misuse, to implement structure and positive lifestyle changes. Through funding from the Premier League, this year we have supported over 800 young people to reach their potential through Premier League Kicks and worked with 373 pupils to develop the personal skills and positive attitudes needed to succeed in life, through Premier League Inspires. Support progression rates in education, employment and training: Our post-16 Football and Education programme, which delivers a wide range of academic opportunities alongside high-level football coaching across 5 venues, saw a 100% course completion rate with 94% of students exceeding their target grade. This year saw the Trust’s first cohort of 12 participants who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) complete the King’s Trust TEAM programme, with 100% progressing onto positive destinations.
“Derby County Community Trust is a wonderful organisation and helps a many different groups of people in so many diverse ways.” DS Active Parent
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562
players accessed coaching through our Female Football Pathways
179
pupils completed post-16 education at Derby County Community Trust College
32%
increase in student confidence to challenge discriminatory behaviour as a result of Switching Formations
200
participants accessed Premier League Kicks sessions weekly
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MEET callum... When Callum Houghton finished school in 2021, he knew one thing for certain - he wanted a career in sport. What he didn’t know was exactly how to get there. Five years later, after progressing through Derby County Community Trust’s Football & Education and degree programme, delivered in partnership with the EFL and the University of South Wales, Callum has graduated with a First-Class Honours degree and now works as a Community Coach at the Trust. For Callum, the Football & Education College programme was the ideal next step after leaving school. He said: “I heard about the opportunity to join the Football & Education programme through the links that I knew through football. It was a perfect opportunity to continue doing sport whilst also getting a diploma. The practical nature of the programme suited the way he learns best. He explained: “For me, I don’t really like being sat in a classroom, I don’t really like being sat behind a desk, so I thought it offered the perfect balance of what I wanted to do. During his time on the course, Callum developed key skills that continue to support him. He said: “I gained a lot of confidence and leadership skills. That’s very important because you’ve got to be in control of a group. By having the opportunity to come out of my shell, it helped me in a coaching environment.” Alongside his studies, Callum volunteered on the Football & Education programme he had previously studied on and learnt from experienced coaches through coaching CPD sessions. Those experiences helped prepare Callum for the next step in his career - working as a Community Coach. Reflecting on his experiences, Callum added: “Through both the Football & Education programme and degree programme I’ve made so many new friends, met so many new people, learned so many different things, and it’s just helped shape the person I am today.”
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MEET leo... Derby County Community Trust’s King’s Trust Team programme supports 16 to 25-year-olds to develop new skills, build confidence and gain valuable experience through a free 12-week personal development course. Leo Wilks, 25, joined the programme in May 2026 after looking for work and volunteering opportunities. He says taking part has helped him develop new skills, meet new people and prepare for his next steps into employment. Before joining the programme, Leo studied engineering and motor vehicle courses at college. Looking for an opportunity to continue developing himself, he decided to sign up to the King’s Trust Team programme. Leo said: “Before I was on the programme, I was just looking around for work and looking for volunteering. I joined this programme because I wanted to learn some new skills, improve the skills I already have and meet some new people.” Reflecting on his favourite part of the programme, he said: “Meeting new people, because before I didn’t really message a lot of people, but now I speak to these people every day.” Alongside building friendships, Leo believes the programme has helped him develop important life skills. “I’ve learnt to better control my timekeeping. I’ve learnt to communicate well with others and empathise with them.” Looking back, Leo says his biggest achievement has been stepping outside of his comfort zone. He explained: “My biggest achievement would probably be getting out of my comfort zone. I normally don’t get on with meeting new people, but everyone here has been really friendly.” Now preparing to move into employment, Leo says the programme has given him greater confidence. He said: “The programme’s boosted my confidence. It’s shown me what I need to improve on and what areas I’m already good at.” Leo is now looking for opportunities in the hospitality and retail sectors as he takes the next step in his career.
17 Improving the communities in which our participants live is fundamental to what we deliver as a charity, we’re committed to helping people of all ages to move more and live healthier lives. Physical inactivity across Derby and Derbyshire remains a major challenge, we’re creating environments where being active becomes easier and more enjoyable.
what we do Increase the number of people participating in physical activity: Schools are integral parts of our communities, through strong relationships with local schools we are increasing the amount of young people engaging in physical activity, daily. Our schools’ events supported 18,400 students to take part in and enjoy physical activity and sport in ways that suited them. Our out-of-school offer starts from a young age with 17 pre-school aged children taking their first steps in football at Rammies Little Dribblers weekly, 230 5–11-yearolds accessing Weekend Club coaching weekly and 255 boys accessing more competitive football coaching on our Talent Identification Programme (TIPs). Our popular Holiday Coaching sessions have provided over 3,000 attendees with fun football and multi-sports camps during every school holiday across multiple venues in Derby and Derbyshire. Involvement of previously inactive participants: Our physical activity programmes aim to remove barriers and create supportive environments for participants to get involved. Over 50% of participants on our substance misuse programme, Active Choices, reported an increase in physical activity. This is something that will support them further through their recovery journey. Many people we work with on our Active Recovery programme have been through periods of inactivity due to treatments for cancer. After taking part in gym sessions, wellbeing walks, chair-based exercise and yoga, 89% of participants increased their physical activity levels. This is something that many participants didn’t think was possible post-diagnosis. Additionally, our long-standing disability programmes provide access to football for those with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. This year we have seen 85 participants access this provision. A highlight being a tournament win for our DS Active squad in Norwich.
“She was so scared on her first day and didn’t want to attend, however, of the coaches she loved it! She ended up begging me to go every day she felt confident by the end.” Parent of Holiday Coaching Attendee
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190
School events delivered
3,300
Holiday coaching attendees
8,100
Minutes of coaching provided to our Girls Player Development Centre participants
85
Participants across our disability football programmes
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t1 rugby project The T1 rugby programme, delivered by Derby County Community Trust, was developed in response to the need to increase participation in rugby and provide more inclusive, accessible opportunities for young people across the area. By working closely with schools, local rugby clubs, and England Rugby, the Trust’s School Sport team identified primary school pupils, secondary-aged girls and young leaders as key target groups who would benefit most from additional opportunities in the sport. The programme was delivered throughout the 2025/26 academic year across primary and secondary schools, with activities taking place in both school settings and community rugby club venues. A total of nine major events and ten introductory festivals were delivered, which provided opportunities for pupils of all abilities to experience rugby in a fun, inclusive and engaging environment. Whilst a key focus of the programme was increasing participation amongst girls and primary-aged pupils, the project additionally engaged young leaders from secondary schools, club volunteers, teachers and wider school communities. A strong partnership with Rolls Royce RFC throughout delivery resulted in several pupils joining community rugby sessions and two primary schools requesting additional after-school rugby provision, extending the project’s impact beyond the original events. A total of 174 young leaders from secondary schools played an active role in planning and delivering events, officiating games, leading activities, and supporting participants. Overall, the programme successfully increased participation, developed a confident young leader workforce and strengthened sustainable pathways into community rugby. The long-term impact is demonstrated through continued club engagement, increased demand for rugby provision and stronger school-club partnerships that will support future participation in the sport.
“We have been doing T1 in girls PE lessons and it has been a great success!” PE Teacher, The Bemrose School
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meet will... Will Marshall has been part of Derby County Community Trust’s DS Active programme for more than 10 years. During that time, the weekly sessions have become an important part of his routine, giving him the chance to play football, spend time with friends and enjoy new experiences. When asked why he enjoys coming to DS Active, Will doesn’t hesitate. He said: “I like playing football. I just like being here really. It’s been really fun.” The sessions have also introduced him to people who have become close friends over the years: “I’ve made new friends. I do like meeting everyone. The sessions have helped me, I just love the sessions.” Will also reflected on his favourite memory during his time on the programme, a special moment at Pride Park Stadium: “Going on the pitch at half-time at a Derby game, walking out in front of 30,000 fans.” Will’s dad Peter has watched the programme become a significant part of his son’s life over the last decade. He explained: “Will started doing DS Active from day one. It must be over 10 or 11 years ago when he first started, and there are still a few in the group who have been there since the beginning.” Before joining the programme, Will wasn’t involved in any organised sports groups. His dad believes the sessions have opened up opportunities that otherwise wouldn’t have been available. “It’s allowed him to play a lot of football, which he wouldn’t normally have done. He’s also made a lot of friends in the group. They see each other outside of this as well, so it boosts his confidence massively. He’s certainly fitter. He’s certainly faster. He’s a lot more confident and chattier.” For Will’s family, seeing him take part in the programme has been incredibly rewarding. Peter said: “ We’ve seen him on the pitch at half-time at Derby. He’s played on pitches at Charlton and Newcastle and places like that. It makes us very proud as parents.”
21 Our Trust Partner network aligns local businesses with the Trust, securing financial investment and developing long term partnerships to develop an extensive network of supporters.
22 Thank you to our highly valued funding partners for their contribution across 2025/26. Your support has been vital to Derby County Community Trust’s success and progress.
23 We are innovative, caring, purposeful, inclusive, trusted and collaborative. Our team of over 70 full time members of staff, 46 casual staff and 136 volunteers are committed to making a difference. Everyone at Derby County Community Trust plays an integral part to helping us achieve our mission. Find out more about our team and their roles here.
Safeguarding remained a key priority throughout the year. Our approach continued to be person-centred and proportionate, with a strong focus on using learning to improve reporting, monitoring and decision-making. Our safeguarding strategy has been reviewed to ensure it remains current and aligned with statutory guidance, local arrangements and organisational responsibilities. Priorities for the year ahead: → Continue partnership working with statutory and community agencies to support timely, coordinated responses. → Maintain effective senior leadership oversight so safeguarding themes, risks and learning are reviewed regularly. → Promote safeguarding awareness across the organisation and reinforce a culture where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
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As we reflect on the 2025/26 academic year, financial year and football season, I am immensely proud of what Derby County Community Trust has achieved. Throughout the year, our dedicated staff, volunteers and partners have continued to make a positive impact across Derby City and Derbyshire, delivering programmes that support health, education, participation, inclusion and wellbeing. This has been a year of both opportunity and challenge. Like many organisations, we have navigated increasing financial pressures, rising operational costs and growing demand for our services. At the same time, we have worked hard to ensure we remain accessible to those who need us most, particularly individuals and families facing social and economic hardship. Thanks to the commitment of our team and the strength of our partnerships, we have continued to grow our reach and deliver meaningful outcomes across our communities. The support of Derby County Football Club, our funders, sponsors, schools, local authorities and community partners has been invaluable, and I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to our success. Looking ahead to 2026/27 and building on the launch of our ambitious ‘Not Just Football’ Strategy 2026-31, we remain ambitious and resilient. We will continue to strengthen our programmes, explore new opportunities for growth and innovation, grow and develop meaningful collaborations and ensure that Derby County Community Trust remains at the heart of positive change across Derby and Derbyshire as we strive to create thriving, healthy, connected communities. Paul Newman Chief Executive Officer, Derby County Community Trust
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