About Us

Who We Are

Athletes 4 Change (A4C) is a pilot initiative co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Sport programme, designed to test and refine a structured model linking sport with social impact.
It operates as a platform and trusted intermediary, facilitating connections between social impact projects, philanthropic actors, and athletes within a shared, values-based framework.

Working Together

A4C responds to a fragmented landscape where athletes, projects, and partners often lack structured pathways to collaborate.
Through a facilitated and values-driven process, the platform enables alignment between actors, supporting relationships that are credible, balanced, and oriented towards sustained impact.
By engaging NGOs, sports organisations, and other stakeholders, A4C contributes to building a more coherent and connected ecosystem.

Tailored Opportunities

We connect athletes with vetted NGOs and social enterprises to create a portfolio of impactful projects. Whether it’s promoting social inclusion, funding grassroots development, or addressing pressing global challenges, our platform provides tailored options for athletes to make a difference.

Mission

Our mission is to ignite a movement of change-makers among athletes across Europe. We envision a world where sports drive social innovation, inclusivity, and sustainable development on and off the field.

Vision

Our mission is to ignite a movement of change-makers among athletes across Europe. We envision a world where sports drive social innovation, inclusivity, and sustainable development on and off the field.

Our Values

Integrity in Sport: promoting fair play, transparency, and ethical practices.

Dual Careers: supporting athletes’ growth on and off the field.

Social Inclusion: empowering youth, refugees, and individuals with disabilities.

A Platform for Change

A4C is a unique community of practice that empowers athletes to become active change makers. Thanks to a curated profile, athletes will be able to showcase their passions, values, and promote ongoing initiatives on our hub for inspiration, connection, and social impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

 A4C is a community of athlete changemakers dedicated to social impact. It provides a platform where athletes can showcase their philanthropic efforts, collaborate on new initiatives, and receive support in identifying trusted causes to back.

A4C is led by a coalition of leaders from the worlds of sports and philanthropy, working together to create a meaningful impact.

Unlike standalone charity efforts, A4C provides a structured, collaborative space (through a unique specialized platform) where athletes can engage in ongoing learning, co-create initiatives, and receive expert guidance on maximizing their impact.

Participation is by invitation through initiative partners, who identify athletes based on a combination of sporting achievements and social commitment. Athletes are also welcome to refer their peers to the partners.
No. Athletes can join whether they already support a cause or are looking for guidance on where to make an impact. But there is the need to be a clear commitment for this.
That’s perfectly fine! A4C provides tailored advisory support, helping athletes identify meaningful ways to contribute.
Athletes can engage at different levels, from simply showcasing their supported causes on the platform to actively participating in knowledge-sharing events and co-creating initiatives.
No financial contribution is required to be part of A4C. The initiative focuses on supporting your initiatives and, when and where appropriate, leveraging your influence, voice, and network for social impact.
It’s flexible! Athletes can engage as much or as little as they choose, whether through social media advocacy, attending events, or actively co-developing projects.
Your profile will highlight your sports achievements and the charitable initiatives you support or you are available to support, giving visibility to both you and the causes you champion.
Yes, unless you prefer otherwise. The platform is designed to showcase your impact and inspire others, but you can choose the level of public visibility.
A4C amplifies your philanthropic efforts through its digital platform, storytelling, and connections with media and potential supporters.

Yes! A4C provides expert advisory services to help you identify high-impact initiatives and make the most of your efforts.

Absolutely! A4C fosters collaboration among athletes to co-create impactful projects.

Yes, athletes will be invited to knowledge-sharing events where they can learn from peers, experts, and social impact leaders.

Yes, absolutely. Athletes are encouraged to take an active role in shaping the future of the initiative and proposing new projects across a wide range of sectors—not limited to sport—thereby contributing to different Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and generating broader social, environmental and community impact.

A4C works with reputable partners and conducts due diligence to ensure that supported initiatives are credible and impactful.

The goal is to create a sustainable, athlete-driven working environment that continuously grows, inspiring and mobilizing more athletes to contribute to social good.

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