Match Day Birthday Party
Our match day Birthday Party today is Leo.
Leo sweet 13th, officially a teenager. Always has been passionate of watching football and loves to play with his friends.
Leos favourite position is a striker!!
Looking forward to watching Altrincham play. Come On Alty!!!
Match Day charity
Our match day charity today are Trafford Veterans.
Who we are
Trafford Veterans is a group of armed forces veterans, emergency service personnel and local volunteers, who all live in Trafford, Greater Manchester. The group was formed in 2015 after the two founding members, Royal Navy Veteran Claire Wright and British Army Veteran Chris Squires (both pictured, right), left the armed forces and faced a struggle with physical and mental injuries.
This affected their transition from the military back into their respective communities. Their experiences prompted them to provide peer support to other veterans and members of the community, so people would not feel alone.
What we do
We hold events and activities and encourage people to take part and share their hobbies and skills. This helps people to learn new things, meet new people and helps improve their confidence. It also provides volunteering opportunities and gives people a sense of purpose and tackles social isolation.
Our activities to date
Monthly breakfast club
Weekly model making and craft group
Allotment project
Minibus trips
Transit van to help with house moves and deliveries
Veterans hub and weekly warm room on Fridays
We do our best to support our fellow veterans through peer support. At our activities if someone needs help, we can then sign post or make referrals to partner agencies if required.
Why?
Many men and women risk their lives on a daily basis serving in the Armed Forces and emergency services. However, some end up having difficulties when re-integrating back into civilian life when their service comes to an end. Some just miss the banter and camaraderie. During their duties they may see and deal with several traumatic scenes.
Mascots
Our FreeKicks Foundation mascots today are Peter & Olufela.
Both boys have been chosen to be mascots by our Community Coaching team, for their excellent attitudes in sessions and for helping with younger children during their activities.
Well done boys and have a great time today!
