Charter Standard

Criteria and Benefits
The FA Charter Standard Clubs programme, supported by FA Community Partner McDonald's, was launched in February 2001 and is a core component of The FA Football Development programme.

The project is aimed at all clubs outside the Football League and Premier League, players, children and parents find a club in their local area that meets FA standards.

Criteria
The FA, in conjunction with various bodies, has drawn up the following set of criteria for clubs wishing to reach Charter Standard:

• A written constitution
• FA CRB checked volunteers
• All managers to have minimum of FA Level 1 Coaching Course
• Commitment to attend in-service training
• Acceptance and promotion of Codes of Conduct
• Commitment to provide Mini-Soccer opportunities for Under 10s
• Commitment to promote schools liaison and equal opportunities for all
  
  For a full Charter Standard overview click here
  
  For an explanation of the Charter Standard criteria click here

Benefits
Clubs that are successful in achieving the Charter will get access to a range of benefits:

New Clubs
Clubs that are successful in achieving the Charter will get access to a range of benefits:

• Clubs £100 UMBRO voucher
• Development Clubs £150 UMBRO voucher
• Community Clubs £200 UMBRO voucher
• Vouchers can be used on the UMBRO website which includes a built-in 15% discount.

Renewals
Clubs will receive UMBRO vouchers or kit from the CFA.
Hidden Benefits

• Attracting sponsors
• Football foundation applications
• Attracting volunteers
• Gaining members/players

However, maybe the most important benefit is the recognition, from The FA that the club demonstrates to all members, parents and the public that they are a well organised, safe club offering opportunities for all.

Here at Liverpool C.F.A. “we are committed to raising the standards of grassroots football by encouraging more people to play, to develop their skills, and to enjoy the game in the right environment. We believe that clubs who have gained the Charter Standard are ensuring the quality and safeguarding of the future that the game deserves.”

For enquries about Charter Standard please contact the development team at Liverpool County FA.