We endeavour to ensure that all young people and adults have the opportunity to participate in high quality football activity through the development of a countywide network of FA Charter Standard clubs, leagues, schools and colleges.
Please click on the links to the right to find out more about the FA Charter Standard programmes.
We are currently working with an increasing number of clubs, colleges, schools and other partners by supporting them to increase their capacity to develop high quality football opportunities for both players and volunteers.
**PLEASE NOTE** Changes have been made to the FA Charter Standard Club criteria for exisiting FA Charter Standard Clubs and also those clubs currently working towards achieving the award. Details can be viewed by clicking here:
http://thefa.com/GetIntoFootball/CharterStandard/NewsAndFeatures/2009/Charter_Standard_Criteria_Change.aspx
**RENEWAL OF FA CHARTER STANDARD CLUB AWARD**
Every 3 years clubs are required to renew their FA Charter Standard award to ensure that all criteria is maintained. All clubs who renew will receive Umbro Kit and Equipment vouchers.
Award renewal details and forms can be viewed and downloaded by clicking on the appropriate link on the right.
From 2010 all clubs will be required to renew their FA Charter Standard Club award every year at the time of affiliation.