Supporting Dame Kelly Holmes Trust
We are proud to partner with Dame Kelly Holmes Trust, founded by the inspiring double Olympic Gold medallist, which bring young people shoulder to shoulder with world-class athletes to help them succeed in life.
A Champion's Legacy
Dame Kelly Holmes knows what it means to fight for belief. Behind her medals lies a journey shaped by injury, mental health battles and the will to keep going. She took that experience to built a charity for young people offering support, mentoring and mindset to succeed. Because having a champion in your corner can change everything.
The work of the Trust
- World-class athletes at their side – Young people are mentored by elite sports professionals who help build self-belief, resilience and a winning mindset.
- Transformational programmes in school, communities, healthcare where young people feel seen, supported and strong enough to take on life’s challenges.
- Real skills for real life – From building confidence to setting goals and improving relationships, every session helps them grow into who they want to become.
- Impact that lasts – Young people feel stronger, more hopeful and ready for the future. 85% say they believe in themselves more, with wellbeing improving more than threefold.
How we support the Trust
- CEO Coaching – One-to-one coaching and advisory, creating space for reflection, clarity and confident decision-making.
- Executive coaching and team development – Coaching for athlete mentors and senior staff, and team workshops as part of professional development.
- Fundraising through action – Taking on challenges, sponsor events and rally others to raise vital funds for the Trust.
- Opening doors and building bridges – We connect the Trust to new networks, partners and opportunities to deepen impact.
How you can get involved
- Collaborate with purpose – Host athlete-led workshops in your organisation, co-create campaigns, or donate a portion of product sales to support the Trust’s work.
- Fund what matters – Sponsor mentoring programmes delivered by world-class athletes in schools, communities and healthcare settings.
- Bring your people in – Offer your team meaningful volunteering experiences, from Dragons’ Den-style sessions to CV coaching and ‘world of work’ days.
- Join the mission – Help the Trust empower young people and strengthen your brand and culture in the process.
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