Grassroots Boxing Initiative of the Year

Grassroots Amateur Boxing Lottery

The Grassroots Amateur Boxing Lottery is an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for boxing clubs across the UK. The initiative was created to support and develop amateur boxing at grassroots level.

Through its community-focused approach, the lottery helps clubs to sustain operations, improve facilities and invest the time and effort required to train aspiring boxers. The programme champions equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring that all young boxers have access to the resources they need to thrive.

NO Limits Boxing Club

Considered one of Liverpool’s best boxing and community facilities, No Limits Boxing Club offers a safe space and setting for people of all boxing levels to develop their skills and abilities, and work towards achieving their goals.

The club plays a vital role in the local community, providing a positive outlet for young people and fostering talent through comprehensive boxing programmes.

Boxing4Life

Boxing4Life is a London-based grassroots boxing club for 8–18-year-olds. Formed in 2009 as a community response to a teenage murder, the club uses non-contact boxing to give young people new physical skills and to help develop their social and emotional skills beyond the ring.

The club prides itself on being a central part of its community and as a safe place to bring children of all ages together, to keep them safe and focused and ultimately, looking after one another.

Matchroom Charitable Foundation

The Matchroom Charitable Foundation was launched as the charitable arm of Matchroom Sport, the global sports promotion organisation headed by Eddie Hearn.

Part of the Foundation’s funding comes from a contribution equivalent to £1 for every ticket sold for Matchroom’s events – more than 200 event days per year and over 400,000 tickets sold in the process. The Foundation aims to channel the money raised to create a significant and sustainable impact on deserving causes that make a difference in people’s lives.

England Boxing

England Boxing is the only governing body of amateur boxing clubs in England, overseeing more than 980 affiliated clubs and more than 23,000 members across the country.

The organisation has a rich history in the sport; launched in 1880, it is one of the oldest sports governing bodies in the world. Alongside its corporate and governance responsibilities, England Boxing also organises several national and regional boxing competitions for Elite, Youth, Junior, Schools and Development Boxers, as well as an annual Three Nations tournament and a female-only Box Cup.

Islington Boxing Club

Islington Boxing Club is a long-established, volunteer-run boxing club catering to all levels of the sport. From serious boxers who want to compete to those looking for recreational exercise without the full contact combat.

The club provides boxing sessions for the whole community, ranging from competitive classes to beginner’s academy classes and exercise sessions. It is particularly passionate about working with young people, giving them a focus, showing them discipline and teaching camaraderie.

Supreme CBD

Founded in 2020 by boxer Anthony Fowler, Supreme CBD is a leading wellness brand specialising in premium CBD products to help individuals improve their physical and mental wellbeing through the natural benefits of CBD.

The brand has already established itself as a key player in the industry and has built a strong reputation for delivering trusted, high-quality products that meet the needs of a diverse client base.

ActiPH Water

Inspired by his own experiences on the ocean – notably his own involvement with a 5,000 miles row across the gruelling Indian Ocean from Australia to Africa – Jamie Douglas-Hamilton set about conducting extensive global research to find the most effective hydration solution, which led to the creation of ActiPH Water.

Designed to support active lifestyles, the brand offers premium alkaline ionized water to help individuals maintain balance and performance throughout the day. With its focus on natural ingredients, ActiPH Water continues to have a positive impact on the wellness and hydration sector.

Prime

Since its launch in 2022, Prime has taken the world by storm. Founded by media influencers Logan Paul and KSI, Prime offers a range of sports drinks, drink mixes and energy drinks.

The brand quickly gained popularity thanks to its vibrant flavours and health-conscious ingredients. Targeted at athletes, fitness enthusiasts and active individuals, Prime has quickly cemented itself as a key player in the market.

Boxwise

BoxWise is a UK-based not-for-profit organisation based around the world of boxing, advocating for the sport and helping others to find better life opportunities through boxing.

Hailed as ‘the most significant boxing charity of our generation’ by boxing legend Frank Warren, the organisation works with the most disadvantaged and vulnerable young people across the UK, striving to reduce the rates of gang violence and knife crime through sport, community and opportunity.