That's why we honour those clubs who go that extra mile - and this year's National Game Awards are no different.
The Community Club of the Year Award is once again backed by Moving Forward Sport and with so many Non-League clubs doing their bit for their cities, towns and villages, we want you to have your say and let us know who should pick up the coveted prize come Wednesday May 14.
We've had some worthy winners over the years, notably the current holders of the prized decanter, Dunstable Town.
The Blues became a Community Benefit Society three years ago and have since embarked on a dazzling array of projects focussed on enriching the lives of those in their local community.
As part of its Improving the Lives of Others scheme, the Spartan South Midlands Premier Division outfit run a popular walking football programme and volunteer Ian Bateman is first-hand evidence of the way it can transform people's lives.
"It's incredible," the 63-year old said. "Being brutally honest, I went through some pretty rough times and if it hadn't been for Dunstable Town and walking football I'm not convinced I'd be here now."
The walking football project is one of a number run by Dunstable Town, who also offer support groups for isolated and vulnerable people.
The club offer three walking football sessions, including one for those with dementia ...
The Community Club of the Year Award is once again backed by Moving Forward Sport and with so many Non-League clubs doing their bit for their cities, towns and villages, we want you to have your say and let us know who should pick up the coveted prize come Wednesday May 14.
We've had some worthy winners over the years, notably the current holders of the prized decanter, Dunstable Town.
The Blues became a Community Benefit Society three years ago and have since embarked on a dazzling array of projects focussed on enriching the lives of those in their local community.
As part of its Improving the Lives of Others scheme, the Spartan South Midlands Premier Division outfit run a popular walking football programme and volunteer Ian Bateman is first-hand evidence of the way it can transform people's lives.
"It's incredible," the 63-year old said. "Being brutally honest, I went through some pretty rough times and if it hadn't been for Dunstable Town and walking football I'm not convinced I'd be here now."
The walking football project is one of a number run by Dunstable Town, who also offer support groups for isolated and vulnerable people.
The club offer three walking football sessions, including one for those with dementia ...
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The Non-league Football Paper (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 23, 2025