The Joseph Lappin Centre

15/08/2026

A massive thank you to everyone who has supported our Food Pantry this week!

Our brilliant gardening volunteers have been busy growing produce for the pantry. Despite the very dry weather this year, we were delighted to offer rainbow chard, dill and parsley this week.

A huge thank you to SSAFA, who donated beetroot and courgettes from their allotment. Tony and Dennis from SSAFA also work alongside us helping to build and develop our garden.

Thank you to Julia and the team at Tesco for an incredibly generous car-load of herbs, jars and pasta.

And finally, a very special thank you to one of Joseph’s friends, who popped into the centre to make a cash donation to the pantry.

Every donation, whether grown, given or gifted, helps us keep the pantry stocked for our community. Thank you so much to you all.

14/08/2026

More photos from our Joseph Lappin Memorial Tournament, which brought a brilliant three days to a close yesterday!

We were also delighted to receive £100 from the Great Get Together Fund from the Jo Cox Foundation, and it was fantastic to see everyone entering into the spirit of More in Common Together campaign.

Football is a brilliant unifier, and over the last few days it has been a privilege to welcome youth groups from across the city, bringing together young people from such a diverse range of backgrounds and communities.

Its always inspiring to have LFC Foundation and Everton in the Community working side by side too, to bring three days of fun, education and brilliant football.

13/08/2026

The 8th annual Joseph Lappin Memorial Football Tournament was held this week, the final being today. Together with LFC Foundation and Everton in the Community we brought together 130+ young people over 3 days to compete for the trophy. Participants took part in workshops delivered by Rob Jackson about the impact a knife wound has on an individuals body. This led to open and honest conversations about the risks of carrying knives, how important the choices made are and the consequences of those actions. Young people sometimes think they are safer carrying a knife when in reality, 50% of them will become victims, often of their own knife. This years event was funded by The Community Cashback Fund through Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell and we were delighted she could join us today. Funding enabled us to provide lunch to all participants over the 3 day event which was prepared by Bay Tree Caterers Liverpool & Bay Tree Cookery Academy CIC and Harry Fazakerley performed a medley of songs. A big thanks to all of this year’s participants and the youth staff from across the city who accompanied them. We were also joined by Joseph’s mum, Toni Lappin who has presented the trophy every year since the tournament was established and we are very grateful for her continued unwavering support and commitment to this and all our other events.
Watch this space for more photos!
Thanks everyone!!

04/08/2026

Discovery Camp – Places Available!

We've had two places become available for the rest of this week, and we also have spaces available throughout the remainder of the summer holidays.

Discovery Camp is packed with fun activities, games, creative sessions and opportunities to make new friends in a safe and welcoming environment.

If you'd like to book your child onto any of the remaining Discovery Camp dates – whether that's one day, a few days, or every available day – we'd love to welcome them!

To view availability and book, please visit:https://eequ.org/book/joseph-lappin-centre-football-camp-haf-26-with-the-joseph-lappin-partnership-ltd-30935

Please don't wait too long as places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fun football coaching for all abilities.

29/07/2026

A massive thank you to St Luke's and St Jude's for their food donation to our food pantry

27/07/2026

Are you aged 18–30 and looking to build your confidence, meet new people or take your next step towards work or education?

Join us for a fun and supportive four-week programme where we'll use drama, improv, storytelling and creative games to help you discover your strengths, build confidence and develop communication skills.

This isn't about putting on a performance or having acting experience – it's about trying something new, having fun and realising what you're capable of.

Build confidence
Meet new people
Improve communication skills
Discover your strengths
Support with employment and your next steps
No acting experience needed!

Thursdays: 6th August, 13th August, 20th August & 3rd September
(No session on 27th August)

Joseph Lappin Centre
Mill Lane
Old Swan
Liverpool
L13 5TF

FREE | Places are limited | Booking essential

Complete our registration form here: https://forms.gle/6Kie5Po15ScD9daXA

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16/07/2026

A huge thank you to Demi and the fantastic team from Barclays for giving our small meeting room a fresh new look. You worked so hard on one of the hottest days of the year!

We're absolutely delighted with the transformation. The room feels so much brighter, warmer and more welcoming, creating a comfortable space where people can access our mental health and wellbeing support.

Your hard work, enthusiasm and generosity have made a real difference to our community. Thank you for helping us create a space where people can feel safe, supported and valued.

13/07/2026

Massive thank you to Kindling Farm for donating lots of courgettes! We also picked up for two other community centres too!
We are delighted. Picked today and organic! They look really tasty!
Our food pantry is every Tuesday 11am - 1pm
10 items for £3.50

10/07/2026

08/07/2026

WE'RE HIRING – WALKING FOOTBALL COACHES

We're looking for two enthusiastic football coaches to join our team at the Joseph Lappin Centre!

We have opportunities to coach:
⚽ Over 50s Walking Football – Wednesdays, 12pm–2pm
⚽ Walking Football for Adults with Learning Disabilities – session times to be confirmed and we'll consider your availability.

If you'd like to coach both groups, we'd love to hear from you too!

£25 per hour

Applicants should have:
FA Introduction to Coaching Football (or higher)
Emergency First Aid qualification
Enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain one)

Football coaches who have not coached walking football but are interested in applying are welcome!

If you're passionate about making football fun, inclusive and welcoming for everyone, we'd love to hear from you.

[email protected]