Why Collaboration is the most powerful currency
For more than 15 years, meaningful collaboration with industry partners has shaped the Rio Ferdinand Foundation model, a way of working that demonstrates what’s possible when organisations work together.
Unlocking Opportunity: The Power of Partnerships to Create Opportunities for Young People
Social Mobility: The Role of Business and Brands
During Social Mobility Month 2025, Our CEO, Gary Stannett discusses the important role that Businesses and Brands have in creating pathways for young people.
Stepping Into Confidence: My Journey with AMBIT 2025
Rio Ferdinand Foundation Programme Coordinator, Dan Gorman, details his learning experiences following a learning exchange trip to the United States, funded by our partners International Fund For Ireland.
The Foundations of Opportunity
Connecting Communities, a story of unity
The Power of Sport by Michael Boyd OBE
CEO Gary Stannett reflects on an event that left everyone excited for the future.
The partnership launch took place as part of our most recent Into the Industry event in Salford this week, where 150 people participated in workshops, networking, and panel discussions with industry insiders over five hours.
Leo Brown-Paving the way for a better future
My first year at the Rio Ferdinand Foundation has been far more than I could ever expect, everything from the detail and quality of the events to the outstanding staff.
Heather Small - A Nation Against Racism
The levels of racism and vile abuse directed at the England football team since the Euro 2020 final on the 12th of July has shocked many people across the nation and the world.
Football and the way it makes the world smile
For me, having had severe anxiety, football is my safe place. The security blanket that protects me from my worries. It’s as if it flips a switch in my brain, putting everything apart from football on hold.
The reality of returning from lockdown
The return to full face-to-face delivery has been a journey, one which we are continuously adapting to all the time.
A year of opportunity
The past year has been a significant challenge for society, for young people, businesses and charities. But like the previous 10 years at the Rio Ferdinand Foundation, it has been a year of hope, of inspiration and innovation.