Wigan Athletic Community Trust works in partnership with Wigan Athletic Football Club to Improve Health, Enhance Life Chances and Create Stronger, Safer Communities.

The Community Trust has three priority areas of work; Schools, Community Development, Training and Skills, and aims to:

• Increase participation in sport across all levels of society – particularly those from under-represented groups
   
• Encourage young people and families to lead healthier and more active lifestyles
   
• Improve the skills, aspirations and achievements of young people
   
• Contribute towards increased community cohesion by improving the quality of life for young people and families