Changing Lives

Rochdale AFC Community Trust Launches ‘Rochdale AFC Changing Lives’ in Partnership with Petrus Housing.

Rochdale AFC Community Trust has announced a new partnership with Petrus Housing to launch Rochdale AFC Changing Lives, a football initiative designed to support people experiencing homelessness or living in supported accommodation. The programme aims to improve participants’ mental health, physical well-being, and social inclusion through free, inclusive football sessions.

The mission of Rochdale AFC Changing Lives is not only to offer accessible sporting activities but also to provide personal development opportunities, including pathways into volunteering, education, and employment. The initiative seeks to help individuals build long-term stability and improved well-being.

On Friday, 29 August 2025, Rochdale AFC Community Trust and Petrus Housing joined forces for a charity sleepout at the Crown Oil Arena. The event raised a combined total of £7,875.52, with Rochdale AFC Community Trust using its share to help establish and support the new Rochdale AFC Changing Lives programme.