🚲 A huge thank you to the bp Coast2Coast 2026 riders! In June, 50 riders participated in a 240 mile cycle from Ullapool to Aberdeen and raised an incredible amount of £38,000 for AFCCT. AFCCT was chosen as one of four beneficiary charities in memory of Fraser Buchan, who was a valued colleague of many at bp, and a passionate supporter of the work of the Trust. A big well done to all who completed the ride and a massive thank you from team AFCCT for choosing to support our work ❤️

❤️ We've had an amazing response so far to 'Beyond the Final Whistle'. If you haven't seen it yet - take a look at our new AFCCT video.

⭐ We are pleased to announce that AFCCT Ambassador Glen Cairns has been shortlisted as a finalist for the @celebrateabdn Volunteer/Fundraiser of the Year! Glen has been nominated for the award due to his significant donation to AFCCT through the successful 'One Night Under the Heavenly Dancers' campaign which saw Aberdeen FC history brought to life. The picture captured on Gothenburg Day became hugely popular and went on to have a second release with the collection featuring signatures from Aberdeen FC legends, including Sir Alex Ferguson, Archie Knox, Willie Miller, Alex McLeish, Eric Black and John Hewitt. We would like to take the time to congratulate Glen on being shortlisted and wish him luck for the awards ceremony next month! 👏

⚽ AFCCT October Holiday Coaching returns - here is all you need to know! The AFCCT October Coaching returns for two weeks across the holidays and we have plenty going on - join us at Aberdeen Sports Village and Garioch Sports Centre for a range of camps; 🥅 Goalkeeping Camp 🏃 Outfield Camp ⭐ Girls Only Camp And there's more... 10% DISCOUNT CODE for all AFCCT Holiday Camps available until Wednesday 30th September 2026 (type in at checkout). 👉 AFCCTOCTOBER10 👈 SPLIT PAYMENTS Parents/Guardians on the Abler app when booking can split their payments into 1, 2, 3 or 4 instalments to help spread the costs. Please direct any questions to stephen.boddie@afccommunitytrust.org or call 01224 650427 for the Football programme phone number. We look forward to welcoming you back to camps in October! 👋 BOOK NOW 🔗 bit.ly/4iBYWkR

Football cannot solve every problem. But it can ensure that nobody has to face them alone. Football brings people together. We help make that connection beyond the final whistle.

👏 Congratulations to Eva for winning the Peterson Girls Game Award! The award recognises a player, coach, or volunteer for going above and beyond to promote the girls game - Eva has been recognised for her contribution to the team. Well done, Eva! 😁

🔴 Vacancies | Health and Wellbeing AFCCT are recruiting for two roles in our Health and Wellbeing department 👇 👉 Health and Wellbeing Officer We are recruiting a Health and Wellbeing officer who will help coordinate and deliver an extensive range of community programmes. The role includes planning and delivering sessions, building relationships with participants, supporting volunteers, working with partners and helping people connect with specialist support when they need it. Application closing date: Wednesday 16th September 2026 Apply here 🔗 bit.ly/3UClBna 👉 Health and Wellbeing Team Lead In this role you will manage our health & wellbeing staff and volunteers and hold overall responsibility for a growing portfolio of programmes, with particular focus on family support, dementia support and upstream preventative health activity. You will use local health evidence and community insight to shape delivery, build strong external partnerships and make sure we can clearly show the reach and impact of our work. Just as importantly, you will understand where AFCCT adds value and where specialist partners should lead. Application closing date: Monday 28th September 2026 Apply here 🔗 bit.ly/4A4rhq8

⚽ Book your space on Wee Dandies now! Our Wee Dandies sessions are back and are running at locations across the North East. Wee Dandies is a football programme for children aged 2-6 and focuses on early development whilst allowing them to explore their surroundings in a safe environment. BOOK HERE ▶ bit.ly/4pQLPhh

💫 Well done to our 2025/26 Youth Ambassador's! Our YA's have completed a year of hard work and commitment to the Youth Ambassador programme which they have achieved numerous certificates throughout - a huge congratulations to everyone involved 👏 The YA programme is for 14 to 17 year olds who are keen to develop and improve on life skills, such as communication, confidence, CV and interview skills. Our 2026/27 sessions are now open for sign-ups! Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4gJvSoY

⚽ Ready to step onto the pitch? The AFCCT Term Time coaching is back with sessions across the North East, check them out below 👇 📍Garioch Sports Centre (Inverurie) 📍International School Aberdeen 📍Cormack Park 📍MACBI Community Hub (Mintlaw) 📍The Compass Project (Cults) From ages 2-13, there is a football coaching camp for everyone! ⚽👏 ❗ Don't want to pay all at once? No worries! Split payment options are now available. Take a look 🔗 bit.ly/4pQLPhh

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. AFCCT want to help change the narrative and ensure that support is available to those who are struggling. If you are going through a difficult time, we are here to help, the Changing Room programme starts on 22nd September and is for men who are looking for mental health. 🔗 bit.ly/4wbiqjx If you need immediate help or know someone who is struggling, there are resources available from the below; - NHS 24 on 111 - Samaritans on 116 123 - SAMH | samh.org.uk/about-mental-hea…

🔴 Vacancy | AFCCT Health & Wellbeing Team Lead In this role you will manage our health & wellbeing staff and volunteers and hold overall responsibility for a growing portfolio of programmes, with particular focus on family support, dementia support and upstream preventative health activity. You will use local health evidence and community insight to shape delivery, build strong external partnerships and make sure we can clearly show the reach and impact of our work. Just as importantly, you will understand where AFCCT adds value and where specialist partners should lead. Apply here 🔗 bit.ly/4A4rhq8

📕 Did you see us in the Matchday programme? The Changing Room returns to Pittodrie in two weeks - a programme designed for men's mental health. The 12 week course takes place in a safe, informal, and non-judgemental setting that works to help men better self-manage their own mental health and support one another, as part of a team. If you are struggling or know someone who may be going through a difficult time, the Changing Room is here to help. Find out more here 🔗 bit.ly/4wbiqjx

🔴 MATCHDAY DRAW WINNING NUMBERS! Thank you to everyone who bought tickets for Saturday's draw - here are the winning numbers: 1st: 23753 2nd: 27258 🎟 If you have a winning ticket, please contact info@afcct.org with your details and proof of winning ticket.

🌎 #InternationalDayofCharity Today is International Day of Charity and we want to share with you what AFCCT do for our community. Our 'Power of the Badge' video gives a true insight to the impact of the Trust amongst generations across the North East. Watch here 🔗 bit.ly/4b2DzVy Want to find out more about AFCCT? Visit us 🔽 afccommunitytrust.org

👋 Youth Ambassador programme returns to Pittodrie! The Youth Ambassador scheme is now open for sign-ups ahead of its return to Pittodrie on Wednesday 16th September. The programme is for 14 to 17 year olds who are keen to develop and improve on life skills, such as communication, confidence, CV and interview skills. Tag anyone you think would like to come along! 🏷 Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4gJvSoY

⚡️ FFIT returns to Pittodrie in a week! Limited spaces remain for our Women's sessions - sign-up now to avoid missing out. Register here 🔗 spfltrust.org.uk/ffit/

🔴 Vacancy | Health and Wellbeing Officer We are recruiting a Health and Wellbeing officer who will help coordinate and deliver an extensive range of community programmes. The role includes planning and delivering sessions, building relationships with participants, supporting volunteers, working with partners and helping people connect with specialist support when they need it. Find out more here 🔗 bit.ly/3UClBna