Save Today, Play Tomorrow

We're asking if nature-based solutions offer a path to reconnecting grassroots sports with protecting our planet's biodiversity and habitats, reducing lost games due to climate related weather issues. 🌧️

Read our recent case study here ➡️ https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/post/grass-pitches-under-threat-how-nature-is-saving-grassroots-football-in-the-west-midlands

This , we're committed to changing the game 💚

Birmingham County FA's 'Save Today, Play Tomorrow' programme is forward-thinking, and setting the national standard for grassroots football sustainability, proving that protecting nature is central to the future of our sport ⚽

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Nature and Football – A Winning Combination at Stourbridge FC ⚽

We’re proud to see Stourbridge Football Club leading the way in showing how football can play a vital role in sustainability and local biodiversity. As a signatory of the Sports for Nature Framework, we invited Director of Stourbridge FC Stephen Hyde to pilot a nature mapping audit – and the results have been inspiring. 🌿

From uncovering green corridors that link the War Memorial Athletic Ground to nearby canals and rivers, to reimagining future redevelopments with nature in mind, Stourbridge FC is proving that even non-league clubs can be champions for the environment. 💚

This is a brilliant example of how sport can help build stronger, greener communities. 🤝

🔗 Read the full article to find out more: https://sportsfornature.org/news/stourbridge-fc-how-a-community-sports-club-started-mapping-nature/

Stourbridge FC: How a community sports club started mapping nature - Sports for nature In Stourbridge, a town in the UK with a rich glassmaking heritage reflected in Stourbridge Football Club’s nickname, ‘The Glassboys’, Director Stephen Hyde is now starting to weave nature into the club’s legacy. As the club prepares for structural changes at its War Memorial Athletic Ground,...

Save Today Play Tomorrow is a groundbreaking, first-of-its-kind initiative, pioneering sustainability in sports across the UK. 🌱

Our mission is to transform the way sports clubs approach their environmental, social, and financial responsibilities, leading them towards a sustainable future! 💚

We've curated content, resources and support specifically tailored to support your club on its sustainability journey. ⚽

Explore how we can help make your club a champion of total sustainability here: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/

Help us transform sport today, for a better tomorrow.🌍

Securing sponsorship can be a game-changer for grassroots sports clubs🏆

With rising costs across equipment, facilities, and coaching, many local clubs are feeling the pressure. That’s why we’re excited to offer Sponsorship Training tailored specifically for grassroots sports.

In partnership with The Sponsorship Toolkit, powered by b2b, we’re providing expert-led training and mentorship to help clubs:

- Develop a professional sponsorship approach
- Diversify income streams
- Build strong, lasting partnerships

Whether you're a club leader, coach, or passionate volunteer, this training equips you with the tools to build a sustainable future for your club — both on and off the pitch.

Learn more here: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/financial-stability

Join Football Rebooted and Give Your Football Boots a Second Life ⚽

Football Rebooted, powered by Utilita, is on a mission! With the help of Birmingham County FA and the Save Today, Play Tomorrow, we’re giving pre-loved boots a second life keeping them on the pitch and out of the landfill. ♻️

We’re looking for local heroes to help us collect, redistribute, and make sure no player goes without boots.

By signing up, you’ll:
✅ Collect pre-worn boots & trainers from your community
✅ Redistribute them to your community
✅ Help protect the environment by reducing waste
✅ Give more kids access to the beautiful game

It’s free to join — all we ask is that you keep track of the boots you donate.

🔗 Learn more and sign up here: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/football-rebooted

Today is , and this year’s theme calls on all of us to unite around renewable energy and help triple clean electricity by 2030. 🌍

Grassroots sports clubs across the UK have an incredible opportunity to be part of this movement and help power real change.

Here’s how your club can take action this Earth Day:

✅ Educate – Use match days to raise awareness about clean energy. Share quick facts or start conversations in the clubhouse.
✅ Advocate – Post on your club’s social media channels about why renewable energy matters to your team. Encourage others to join in.
✅ Mobilise – Switch to a clean energy tariff if possible. Otherwise, consider organising a litter pick, launching a car-sharing challenge, or swapping to refillable water bottles. Every small step makes a difference.

To understand how to make an immediate impact, check out our guide on Quick Wins to Reduce Your Environmental Impact. These relatively easy steps can help reduce your carbon footprint, enhance operational efficiency, and even cut costs—positively impacting your club’s bottom line. 💚

Read more here: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/environmental-quick-wins-for-sports-clubs

Save Today, Play Tomorrow's Football for Nature Fund: Investing in Nature, Investing in Football ⚽

We recently launched the Football for Nature Fund by Save Today, Play Tomorrow – an initiative aimed at securing the future of grassroots football through nature-based solutions. 🌍

As proud signatories of the Sport for Nature Framework, we believe that simply decarbonising isn't enough. Nature-based solutions are crucial for protecting local pitches, mitigating the effects of extreme weather, and safeguarding the spaces where communities connect, play, and grow. 🌱

Our mission is clear:
✅ Protect pitches
✅ Strengthen local communities
✅ Champion sustainability

We’re tackling these challenges by employing nature-based solutions.

Here's how YOU can help and support our fund:

- Join WeAre8: Sign up today and support grassroots football projects by paying your funds forward to Save Today, Play Tomorrow.
- Donate: Your contribution will directly fund nature-based solutions to protect football pitches and promote sustainability.

Learn more about the fund and how you can help 👉 https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/post/save-today-play-tomorrow-launches-football-for-nature-fund-to-secure-grassroots-football-s-future

Ensuring Total Sustainability for Grassroots Sports Clubs 🌱

Sustainability goes beyond just the environment – it’s about balancing environmental, social, and financial factors to ensure a strong and thriving sports club. 📈

At Save Today, Play Tomorrow, we understand that many clubs operate with limited time and resources. That’s why our programme is specifically designed to support you in achieving sustainability across these key areas, offering expert advice and practical guidance. 💪

Want to make your club more sustainable?

Visit our website for valuable resources and support to help you succeed in all three areas: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/

One of our key goals is to highlight the power of sport in creating positive change in people’s lives. 💚

Sport plays a vital role in improving mental health, fostering a sense of belonging, and strengthening communities. We believe all sports clubs should prioritise wellbeing, embrace diversity, and bring people together through sport. 🏅

Explore our resources to help your club maximise its social impact: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/social-impact

Financial stability is more important than ever for sports clubs. 💪

Diversifying income through sponsorship is a key way to support essential expenses like equipment, facilities, training, and staffing.

A strong sponsorship strategy reduces financial pressure, allowing your club to grow, improve facilities, and attract new players, supporters, and volunteers. 🤝

We’ve developed resources to help you build the skills and confidence needed to secure sponsorships and boost your club’s funding.

🔗 Read more: https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/financial-stability

Carbon Footprinting for Grassroots Sports Clubs 🌿

We're proud to offer a tailored Carbon Footprinting support designed specifically for grassroots sports clubs looking to become more sustainable.

Our programme helps your club at every stage — from measuring and reporting, through to action planning and certification.

If you're ready to explore how Carbon Footprinting can benefit your club, get in touch with us via the form below 👇

🔗 https://www.savetodayplaytomorrow.com/carbon-footprinting