A charity supporting sports access for young people across Cheshire East is helping athletes overcome financial hurdles to compete at the highest levels. The Everybody Foundation, operated by the charity Everybody Health & Leisure, provides grants to help local youth cover the costs of club fees, equipment, and travel.
The impact of this support is demonstrated by the recent success of Marley Taylor Harrop, a young athlete who was able to represent his country at a Home Nations tournament after receiving an Individual Grant. Marley was appointed captain of his team and led them to a 72-0 victory against Scotland, a milestone that would have been financially challenging without the foundation’s assistance.
The Everybody Foundation offers grants of up to £200 to ensure that financial pressures do not prevent young people from participating in sports. Since relaunching with a focus on cost-of-living challenges, the initiative has provided significant support to the community, including distributing £6,400 in grants to 26 different local sports clubs in October 2023.
Everybody Health & Leisure has managed sports facilities in partnership with Cheshire East Council since 2014. Recent assessments have highlighted the social value of the organisation, which provides £22.08 in community benefit for every £1 of funding it receives. Earlier in May 2026, the charity furthered its commitment to local health and sport by announcing the appointment of high-profile patrons, including Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and Professor Steve Peters.
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