The Fédération Internationale de Powerchair Football Association (FIPFA) is now recognised as a registered charity. This new status underscores FIPFA’s commitment to the powerchair football community, promising greater transparency and governance. As the sport continues to grow, this recognition helps FIPFA in its mission to spread the benefits of powerchair football to more individuals worldwide.

Charity Number: 1204511

What Does This Mean?

As a registered charity, FIFPA will now operate with the highest level of transparency and governance, guided by its charitable objectives to promote and develop powerchair football as an empowering, inclusive sport. This status not only legitimises FIFPA’s operations but also ensures that it adheres to the stringent legal and ethical standards set forth for charitable organisations.

Implications for Operations

1.  Fundings & Grants: Being a registered charity opens up new avenues for funding, including eligibility for government grants and corporate sponsorships, thus strengthening our financial footing for long-term development.
2. Tax Benefits: The status allows FIFPA to claim Gift Aid on donations and enjoy tax exemptions that enable us to funnel more resources directly into programmes, training, and community outreach.
3. Enhanced Credibility: As a registered charity, FIFPA gain an additional layer of credibility, which can help attract partnerships, volunteers, and community engagement on a larger scale.
4. Increased Accountability: The new status requires FIFPA to produce annual reports and financial audits, ensuring that all activities align with its charitable objectives and that the organisation remains accountable to its members.
5. Community Engagement: Being a registered charity could encourage more people to get involved, either as volunteers, donors, or supporters, thereby increasing the human resources available to FIPFA for achieving its objectives.

Additional Benefits:

1. Public Recognition and Awareness: Charitable status often brings with it a higher degree of public visibility. FIPFA can use this to boost awareness about powerchair football, drawing more participants to the sport.
2. Strategic Alliances: The status may make it easier for FIPFA to collaborate with other charitable organisations or non-profits with overlapping objectives, leading to shared resources, knowledge, and efforts for mutual growth.
3. Long-term Sustainability: Charities often enjoy a more consistent stream of support, both in terms of donations and volunteer commitment. This stability can play a pivotal role in ensuring the sustainable growth and expansion of powerchair football.