Nova Sports Secures Funding to Support Sports for Children with Disabilities

A non-profit organization dedicated to providing sports sessions for children with disabilities has received funding through Children in Need. Nova Sports, founded seven years ago in Bath by husband and wife Jenny and Alex Johnson, was born from their shared passion for helping children and their background as students at the University of Bath.

Jenny Johnson expressed her pride in the work Nova does, saying, “Every single day I go home and feel like I've made an important difference. I grew up playing sport without a disability, and it gave me so much. I believe every child should have the same opportunity.”

Nova Sports has been awarded three years' worth of funding from Children in Need, which will support a variety of sports activities for children with disabilities across Bath, Somerset, and Bristol. The funding will help the organization continue to expand its reach, providing inclusive sports sessions designed to encourage physical activity and foster a sense of achievement for all participants.

The support from Children in Need marks a significant milestone for Nova Sports, helping to ensure its continued impact in the local community. Through its programs, the organization strives to create a more inclusive environment for children with disabilities, promoting well-being, confidence, and social interaction through sport.