Dalian Atkinson Legacy Fund

Honouring a Legend, Empowering Young People

The Dalian Atkinson Legacy Fund, established by his family, is dedicated to celebrating Dalian’s lifelong passion for sports and its positive impact on our community. The aim of the fund is to inspire young people to actively participate in sports, fostering their growth and well-being.

Growing the DALF for now and future generations 

SCF are looking for partners to help us grow this fund to create the capacity to distribute meaningful grants to support sport and youth in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin for generations to come.

We are, therefore, thrilled to announce that game developer Sumo Sheffield, and publisher Secret Mode, have agreed that they will donate £0.05 to DALF for each sale of NUTMEG! , a nostalgic football manager game with a deckbuilding twist, set in the ’80s and ’90s.

NUTMEG! is launched on 26th March 2026.

The DALF will benefit from all sales until October 2027.

The Beautiful Game: A Force for Good

Sport and Football can be a powerful tool for youth development. It transcends cultural and socioeconomic barriers, promoting teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. By engaging in sport, young people develop essential life skills like communication, cooperation, and resilience, building confidence and self-esteem that extends far beyond the field.

Investing in the Future

The Dalian Atkinson Legacy Fund will provide grants to initiatives and programs that:

• Increase sports participation among young people.
• Foster a sense of community and belonging.
• Promote leadership skills and personal growth.
• Enhance the physical and mental well-being of young individuals.

Through these grants, we aim to create a lasting and positive impact, honouring Dalian’s legacy of passion, dedication, and sportsmanship.

Find out more about the Dalian Atkinson Legacy Fund here.

How You Can Help

With your support, we can continue Dalian’s legacy of inspiring the next generation.

Here’s how you can contribute:

• Make a Donation: Every contribution brings us closer to our goal of empowering young people through football.
• Spread the Word: Share our mission with your friends, family, and network.
• Get Involved: Contact us if you would like to fund raise for this cause.

Together, we can make a difference. Let’s invest in the future of our communities, one goal at a time.

Contact Us

For more information on the Dalian Atkinson Legacy Fund or corporate giving opportunities, please get in touch.

Donate Today

Help us honour Dalian’s memory and empower the next generation. Donate to the Dalian Atkinson Legacy Fund today!

Together, we can create a positive and enduring impact through the beautiful game.

To donate:

• Visit the JustGiving page here.
• Click the Red donate button at the top of this page OR
• Do a bank transfer using the following bank details OR
  • Account Name: Shropshire Community Foundation
    Sort Code: 40-52-40
    Account Number: 00035511
    (Please put DALF as your reference)

• Send a cheque (payable to Shropshire Community Foundation) to Shropshire Community Foundation, Belmont House, Sitka Drive, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury SY2 6LG