Everton fans urged to attend a particular friendly to help non league club Bamber Bridge, who have been fighting to secure its future.
Bamber Bridge, who currently play in the Northern Premier League Premier Division, are reaching out to the football community, looking for urgent fundraising.
They have set the goal at £30,000 to keep the club afloat for the 2025/26 season. Can you possibly help them?
They needs to cover staff costs and financial shortfalls due to declining sponsorships and attendance.
Community support through donations and sponsorships is crucial to secure the club’s future. Every contribution helps keep Bamber Bridge FC thriving.
So far, over £17,915 has been raised of their £30,000 target via GoFundMe. You can help add to that by going to their matches or clicking HERE or below.
Blues, if you can, please help support @BamberBridgeFC by attending our U21’s fixture on Saturday 2nd August, 3pm 💙
Every penny #BBFC raise is vital for the club, which is at the centre of the community. A big day for them👇 #EFC pic.twitter.com/U3iYCYyNtw
— Harry Watkinson (@HJWatkinson) July 20, 2025
Harry Watkinson (@HJWatkinson) tweeted: “Blues, if you can, please help support @BamberBridgeFC by attending our U21’s fixture on Saturday 2nd August, 3pm 💙
“Every penny #BBFC raise is vital for the club, which is at the centre of the community. A big day for them.👇
“Support Our Future Blues & Make a Difference
“Fellow Toffees, we’ve got a brilliant opportunity to support both our club’s future stars and help a local football community thrive.
“Our talented Everton U21s will face Bamber Bridge FC in what’s more than just a friendly match it’s a lifeline for a club that depends on huge fixtures like these.
The Match Details
Saturday, 2nd August, 3:00pm Kick-off
Bamber Bridge’s Sir Tom Finney Stadium, PR5 6UX
£10 Adults
£8 Concessions
“Why Your Support Matters? These friendlies provide crucial financial support for smaller clubs like Bamber Bridge.
“The gate receipts, refreshment sales, and merchandise purchases from matches against Premier League academies can literally keep these historic community clubs afloat.
“Double Impact – By attending, you’ll not only get a glimpse of Everton’s promising talents in our beloved blue, but you’ll also be contributing to the survival of grassroots football that forms the backbone of our beautiful game.
“Let’s show what makes Evertonians special. If you can make it, please come down and support both our lads and a club fighting to secure its future. NSNO! The first team are in the USA! Watch Bamber Bridge FC against the Toffees play! #EyertonUns #SupportBamberbridge #BlueFamily #FutureStars #EFC”
Alan Myers meanwhile backed this, saying: “If you can get to this game I know all at @BamberBridgeFC would be delighted! Former Toffee Jamie Milligan in charge and they need to raise much needed funds!”
Bamber Bridge FC replied: “Thanks for your support. We are looking forward to welcoming you all.”
In May 2025, @chorleyawaydays helped out, tweeting: “Delighted to announce the final total we have raised for @BamberBridgeFC ‘Save Brig ‘ campaign is 250£
“220£ was on a raffle and 30£ on a footy card at our play semi final away at Scunthorpe Utd. We maybe rivals but glad to help you out at this difficult time 🤝”
7th tier club set up GoFundMe page with plea to help save them and their future
BAMBER BRIDGE’S LEAGUE FIXTURE
Sat 9 Aug – H – Guiseley – 3pm
Tue 12 Aug – A – Warrington Rylands – 7.45pm
Sat 16 Aug – A – Cleethorpes Town – 3pm
Tue 19 Aug – H – Leek Town – 7.45pm
Sat 23 Aug – H – Ilkeston Town – 3pm
Sat 6 Sep – H – Workington AFC – 3pm
Tue 9 Sep – A – Ashton United – 7.45pm
Sat 13 Sep – A – Hyde United – 3pm
Tue 16 Sep – H – Stocksbridge Park Steels – 7.45pm
Sat 20 Sep – H – Warrington Town – 3pm
Sat 27 Sep – A – Stockton Town – 3pm
Sat 11 Oct – H – Rushall Olympic – 3pm
Sat 18 Oct – A – Whitby Town – 3pm
Sat 25 Oct – A – Hednesford Town – 3pm
Sat 1 Nov – H – FC United of Manchester – 3pm
Sat 8 Nov – A – Morpeth Town – 3pm
Sat 15 Nov – H – Gainsborough Trinity – 3pm
Sat 22 Nov – A – Hebburn Town – 3pm
Sat 29 Nov – H – Prescot Cables – 3pm
Sat 6 Dec – A – Workington AFC – 3pm
Sat 13 Dec – H – Ashton United – 3pm
Sat 20 Dec – H – Warrington Rylands – 3pm
Fri 26 Dec – A – Lancaster City – 3pm
Sat 10 Jan – A – Guiseley – 3pm
Sat 17 Jan – H – Hyde United – 3pm
Sat 24 Jan – A – Stocksbridge Park Steels – 3pm
Sat 31 Jan – A – Warrington Town – 3pm
Sat 7 Feb – H – Stockton Town – 3pm
Sat 14 Feb – A – Rushall Olympic – 3pm
Sat 21 Feb – H – Whitby Town – 3pm
Sat 28 Feb – A – Gainsborough Trinity – 3pm
Sat 7 Mar – H – Hednesford Town – 3pm
Sat 14 Mar – A – FC United of Manchester – 3pm
Sat 21 Mar – H – Morpeth Town – 3pm
Sat 28 Mar – H – Cleethorpes Town – 3pm
Sat 4 Apr – A – Leek Town – 3pm
Mon 6 Apr – H – Lancaster City – 3pm
Sat 11 Apr – A – Ilkeston Town – 3pm
Sat 18 Apr – H – Hebburn Town – 3pm
Sat 25 Apr – A – Prescot Cables – 3pm
The fundraising appeal read: Bamber Bridge Football Club needs you!
We’re reaching out to our amazing community to help us keep our beloved local team alive and kicking for the upcoming season.
Bamber Bridge FC is in urgent need of fundraising support, with a goal of £30,000 to help cover staff costs and to balance the books. With your help, we can overcome this challenge and secure the future of the club for years to come.
Playing in the Northern Premier League (step 3 of non-league football), Bamber Bridge has been a proud part of Preston’s sporting scene for decades. We’ve called the SFC Stadium home since 1987, and one of our proudest moments was hosting the Czech Republic national team in a historic Euro 96 warm-up match, drawing a crowd of 2,300.
Sadly, this season’s financial outlook isn’t as bright. With sponsorships dropping and attendance numbers falling, we’ve found ourselves in a tight spot. But we believe in the power of our supporters and the community that surrounds us – together, we can weather this storm.
Outside support is being brought in to help, and we’re confident that, with your help, the future of Bamber Bridge FC will be brighter than ever.
Any contribution, big or small, will go a long way in keeping the heart of this club beating. The club are still looking for Sponsorships and would encourage those interested to reach out. Thank you for your support.
