Sands United is a unique way for bereaved men to come together through a shared love of sport, find a support network, and feel at ease talking about their grief when they're ready.  

We know that it can be a struggle to talk about how you're feeling after the death of a baby. We hope that by building trust and a common bond, by playing together as a team, many more will be able to break the silence about baby loss and help others to do the same. 

The Sands United FC community is run by volunteers. Sands United teams are safe spaces for men of all abilities and football skill to join with others and find community in this special place we call Sands United.  

Find out how you can get involved below.

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Find a community

Join a Sands United team and become part of a local support network of other bereaved men.
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Build a community

Volunteer to start a Sands United team in your local area to help men dealing with baby and pregnancy loss.
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Welcome to Wrexham

Learn about Kelsey and Jordan's story and how Sands became part of the Welcome to Wrexham series.
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Watch Lewis Capaldi's video for his song Pointless that tells Rob, founder of Sands United, and Charlotte Allen's moving and inspirational story.
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Support for men

As well as Sands United, Sands is here to support you for as long as you need. Read more information on the alternative support for men we provide.
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Sands United in the news

Read about the latest Sands United news and meet some of our celebrity supporters.
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Sands United social media

Follow Sands United social media channels and stay up to date with the teams' latest developments and support meetings.
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About Sands United

Learn more about Sands United, its history and how we support bereaved men and families with Sands.
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Sands support

Sands is here for anyone affected by the death of a baby. We offer many different types of support outside of Sands United.
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FAQ's

Find contact details for any queries, including fundraising, bereavement support as well as answers to FAQ's.
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Sands newsletter

Sign up for our newsletter to receive regular news and updates from Sands, including Sands United.
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Donate to Sands United

Donate to Sands United today and help our volunteers continue to support bereaved men in communities across the UK.
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