Inclusive United CIC: Changing Lives Through Sport

Aim

To create more inclusive opportunities for young adults with learning disabilities through sport, wellbeing and employability activities.

Who are we?

Inclusive United Community Interest Company provide inclusive sport, wellbeing and employability sessions for young adults with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, Special Educational Needs (SEN) and additional needs. 

We also provide inclusive sport opportunities for SEN schools and community groups.

It all started from lived experience with one of our Co Founders, Thomas who has Down Syndrome.  We saw first-hand the lack of options for inclusive sport and wanted to create something positive and level up the playing field. 

Why are we crowdfunding?

We are crowdfunding because too many young adults with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, SEN and additional needs, face limited, suitable opportunities to stay active, stay healthy and fit, connect with others, and develop the life skills they need for the future. 

After leaving education, many individuals experience isolation and a lack of accessible programmes that support their wellbeing and personal development.

Our Crowdfunding project will create more inclusive sport and wellbeing sessions alongside employability support, giving participants the chance to build confidence, learn new transferable skills, and feel part of a supportive community.

Your support will help us hire suitable facilities, buy adaptive equipment and resources where necessary, and provide trained, experienced coaches and support staff needed to ensure these opportunities are accessible to everyone.

How will we use the crowdfunding?

The funds raised will help us deliver inclusive sport, wellbeing, and employability sessions for young adults with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, SEN & additional needs. Our goal is to create safe, supportive environments where participants can stay active, build confidence, develop life skills, and gain experience that supports future employment.

Your contributions will directly support the delivery of accessible activities and the resources needed to ensure everyone can take part.

It costs on average £140 to run a one hour session for a group of 15 participants to take part in an inclusive sport offering. 

Transport is often a barrier to taking part, but if we have more funds we can take the sport to the areas where there is the most need.

Proposed budget breakdown:

• £5,400 – Coaching and support staff
  Qualified coaches and SEN trained support workers to deliver inclusive sport and wellbeing sessions.

• £500 – Sports equipment and activity resources
  Inclusive sports equipment, wellbeing materials, and accessible activity tools.

• £4,100 – Venue hire and facility costs
  Safe and accessible spaces to run weekly sessions.

• £3,600 – Employability workshops and training
  Sessions focused on confidence building, teamwork, communication, and job-readiness skills, including Sports Leader.

• £1000 – Participant support and accessibility needs
  Transport support, and any additional resources to ensure everyone can participate.

• £1900 – Programme delivery and safeguarding costs
  Insurance, safeguarding training, and programme administration.

• £3,500 - Project Management and sustainability planning. 

Total: £20,000

Every contribution will help us remove barriers and create meaningful opportunities for young adults with learning disabilities to improve their wellbeing, connect with others, and move towards greater independence.

Community impact

Our project will have a long lasting, positive impact not only on the young adults who take part, but also on the wider community. By providing inclusive sport, wellbeing, and employability opportunities for young adults with learning disabilities, we are helping to reduce social isolation, improve health, and build confidence and independence.

Participants will have the chance to stay active, develop friendships, and learn valuable life and work skills in a safe and supportive environment. These opportunities can help improve mental wellbeing, increase self-confidence, and support young people as they take steps towards volunteering, training, or employment.

The project also strengthens the wider community by promoting inclusion, understanding, and equal opportunities. Families and carers benefit from seeing their young people engaged in positive activities, while local organisations and employers can connect with talented individuals who are developing new skills and confidence.

By supporting this project, you are helping to create a more inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to participate, contribute, and thrive.

How you can play your part

There are four simple ways to help us reach our target, and make this project a reality.

1. Make a pledge. Don’t delay if you’re going to support us because momentum is key to our success!

2. Spread the word. Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us! The more people we reach, the more support we will get.

3. Offer rewards. Get involved if you are a local business by donating things we can offer to our supporters. We will give you a shout out!

4. Fundraise for us. If you want to run your own fundraiser – maybe a sponsored activity or similar – use the 'contact project' button at the top of our page to let us know. Setting up your own page only takes a few minutes and you won’t need any bank details. Just a fun idea!

Funding method

Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 28th January 2027 at 4:09pm