The Football League Trust's role is to oversee Community and Youth Development activities at Football League clubs.

Headed up by General Manager Dave Edmundson with a team of regional managers, the Football League Trust is responsible for managing funding strategies in both areas.

The Football League Trust is a responsive, counselling and advisory organisation, clear in its direction and forward thinking in its approach.

Using the power of football The Football League Trust aims to make a difference to the lives of people by providing them with the best possible opportunities and recognising their achievements to inspire them both inside and outside of the game.

It's focus is 'To Make Every Goal Count' and to be recognised as the leader in Youth and Community development. To this end The Football League Trust is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Trustees

Mark Arthur (Chief Executive, Nottingham Forest) - Chairman of the Trust
Mal Brannigan (Director & Financial Vice President, Derby County)
Gordon Taylor (Chief Executive, The PFA)
Jonathan Hall ( Director of Football Services, the FA)
Peter Powell ( Director, Colchester Utd FC)
Norman Howells ( Company Secretary, Northampton Town FC)

The Premier League hold an observer seat and is represented by Simon Morgan.