Abler Partners with Lincoln City Foundation to Support Communities Across Lincolnshire
We're delighted to announce our new partnership with Lincoln City Foundation, marking another important step in our mission to empower community organisations with the technology they need to maximise their social impact.
Supporting Positive Change Across the County
Lincoln City Foundation has been serving Lincolnshire communities for over 30 years, using the connection and reach of Lincoln City Football Club to make a meaningful difference. In 2023/24 alone, they engaged with over 8,000 participants across over 150,000 programme engagements, delivering £6.9 million in social value to their community. Their work spans four key areas: Sport & Physical Activity, Healthier Communities, Education & Employability, and Community Cohesion.
Operating from their Co-op Community Hub at the LNER Stadium and delivering programmes across 30+ locations throughout Lincolnshire, the Foundation provides vital support to people of all ages - from 3 to 106 years old. Their 28 individual projects include Premier League Kicks for young people, Fighting Fit for those affected by cancer, Team Talk mental health support, ESOL classes for migrant communities, and Walking Football for older adults.
Strengthening Operations with Purpose-Built Technology
This partnership will see Lincoln City Foundation implement Abler's comprehensive platform to enhance how they manage their extensive programme portfolio. Our technology is specifically designed to address the unique challenges faced by community organisations operating at scale, and we're excited to support the Foundation in several key areas:
- Centralised Data Management: Bring together participant data, programme information, and outcomes tracking from all 28 projects into one secure, intuitive platform, giving the Foundation's team complete oversight of their operations across 30+ venues.
- Real-Time Impact Measurement: With Abler's analytics capabilities, the Foundation will be able to track participant journeys, measure effectiveness across their diverse portfolio, and demonstrate their social return on investment in real-time.
- Streamlined Reporting: Generate comprehensive reports for funders, stakeholders, and internal teams with ease. Abler automates administrative processes, freeing up valuable staff time to focus on direct participant engagement.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Our platform facilitates better communication and coordination across the Foundation's programmes, ensuring seamless delivery whether staff are working at the LNER Stadium or community venues across Lincolnshire.
We're always looking for ways to improve how we deliver our programmes and demonstrate our impact. Abler's platform will help us work more efficiently across all our projects, from youth programmes to support for older adults, ensuring we can continue to grow our reach across Lincolnshire.
- Alex Bavin, Director of Business Growth
Lincoln City Foundation's commitment to their community is evident in everything they do. We're excited to provide them with technology that matches their ambition and helps them operate more efficiently while maintaining the personal touch that makes their work so effective.
- Markus Maute, CEO at Abler
Supporting the Community Impact Movement
Lincoln City Foundation joins a growing network of community organisations across the UK who have chosen Abler to enhance their operations. From Premier League foundations to grassroots clubs, charities to community trusts, we're proud to be supporting organisations that make a real difference in their communities.
About Abler
Abler provides purpose-built technology solutions for community organisations, helping them manage programmes, measure impact, and maximise their social value. Our comprehensive platform is designed specifically for the unique needs of foundations, charities, and community trusts delivering multiple programmes across diverse communities.
About Lincoln City Foundation
Lincoln City Foundation is the official charity of Lincoln City Football Club. Established as a charity in 2009, they use the unique brand, reputation and reach of Lincoln City FC alongside their partnerships to inspire lives and communities. Their vision is for happier, healthier, and inspired communities across Lincolnshire.
