City can confirm that Alzheimer’s Society and Sophie’s Journey have been voted as its charity partners for 2026.
Supporters once again played a key role in the selection process, putting forward local charities for the club to partner with. Six charities were nominated as part of the process.
Throughout the year, City will support both charities through a range of fundraising activities and events designed to raise their profile and strengthen the support they receive across the community.
Planned support will include, but is not limited to, matchday bucket collections, player appearances and special fundraising events.
Lauren Dumphreys, regional fundraiser at Alzheimer’s Society, said: “We are incredibly grateful to have been selected as one of Lincoln City FC’s charity partners. As a lifelong Imps fan, I’m personally thrilled to be working with the club to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s Society’s work and ensure people know where to turn when they need support.
“Alzheimer’s Society is here for everyone affected by dementia. We know the steps needed to create a future where dementia no longer devastates lives. It will take a society to beat dementia – providing vital support, funding groundbreaking research, and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
“There are around a million people living with dementia in the UK, including 13,000 across Lincolnshire. The football community offers a powerful platform to help reach those who need us most. We all have a role to play in ending the devastation the condition causes – it will take the ultimate team effort.”
Sophie’s Journey was set up in memory of Sophie Robinson, who tragically passed away in January 2016, aged 12, after a two-year battle with medulloblastoma. Using two dedicated caravans at Golden Sands Holiday Park in Mablethorpe, the charity provides free holidays to children in Lincolnshire living with cancer and their families.
Stacy Southwell, founder of Sophie’s Journey, said: “To be chosen as one of the official charity partners is a huge honour, and I am absolutely blown away and deeply grateful for this incredible opportunity.”
The club will also continue to support other local charities throughout the season, including through its monthly prize draw.