Persimmon Homes £2,000 Donation to Local Football Club

At Persimmon Homes, creating thriving communities is about much more than building new homes. It’s about supporting the people, clubs and organisations that make those communities special.

That’s why we’re proud to support Bohemians FC with a donation through our Community Champions programme, helping the club continue to grow opportunities for girls’ football across the Great Yarmouth area.

The donation was presented at our Bluebell Meadow development in Bradwell, alongside Great Yarmouth Borough Council Leader Cllr Carl Smith.

Bohemians FC has grown significantly in recent years and now supports a range of youth and adult teams, including girls’ teams at Under 7, Under 10 and Under 16 levels.

Our funding will provide sponsorship for the Under 16s, as well as supporting events designed to inspire even more girls to get involved in the sport. It will also help the club continue to enhance its equipment, facilities and opportunities for young players.

Mark Wyer, Under 16s coach at Bohemians FC, said:

“A huge thank you to Persimmon Homes for their generous donation. This will help us provide new equipment for our three girls’ teams at Bohemians FC and support our ambition to grow girls’ football and create even more teams in the future.”

Debi Sherman, Planning Director at Persimmon Homes Anglia, said:

“Bohemians FC is a fantastic example of a community organisation making a real difference to the lives of local young people. Through sport, the club is helping girls build confidence, stay active and develop important life skills.

“We’re delighted to support the club through our Community Champions programme and look forward to seeing even more girls and young women benefit from the opportunities it provides.”

Cllr Carl Smith, Leader of Great Yarmouth Borough Council, added:

“Persimmon does so much to support the community right across Great Yarmouth and we are grateful for all they do.

“Girls’ football is such a growing sport. My own granddaughter plays at a high level, and we should encourage more girls into the sport. It is fantastic to see local businesses and community organisations working together to make that happen.”