Call for Proposals: Recovery Through Sport Framework

Freelancer, Full or part-time · Remote

Description

The adidas Foundation gGmbH, established in 2023, is an independent non-profit dedicated to harnessing the transformative power of sport to tackle pressing social and environmental challenges. To advance this mission, the Foundation is seeking consultancy support to design a strategic framework for its Recovery through Sport program.

This initiative centers on using sport and physical activity as tools for recovery, resilience-building, and psychosocial support in communities affected by emergencies, particularly focusing on children and youth. The framework will include a primary strategy for medium- to long-term recovery through sport, and a complementary Emergency Response Framework to guide if, when, and how to engage during immediate crises.

The consultancy will map current practices, assess opportunities, and co-develop an actionable roadmap that ensures sustainable, impactful, and context-sensitive interventions, fully aligned with the Foundation’s mission to unite communities through sport.

Terms of Reference:

English

Deadline for submission: September 15, 2025, 11:59 pm CEST

Submissions are welcome from individual consultants or consultancies. Joint submissions are also encouraged.

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About us

Welcome to the adidas Foundation! We are an independent nonprofit organization with the mission to harness the transformative power of sport to tackle pressing social and environmental challenges worldwide. As an initiative launched by adidas AG in Herzogenaurach, we believe in the unparalleled ability of sport to unite communities and drive positive change in the face of global issues such as conflict, inequality, discrimination, and climate change. Envisioning a world where everyone has access to the life-changing benefits of sport and physical activity, the adidas Foundation strives to create a brighter future for both people and the planet. Through direct action, capacity building, and advocacy, we collaborate with like-minded partners across the globe to bring our vision to life. Learn more about us here!

While maintaining a strong connection with adidas AG, our primary funding source, we operate with full autonomy to strategically allocate resources toward fulfilling our charitable mission. We drive impactful initiatives, including grants for nonprofit organizations worldwide, support local projects aligned with our mission and empower social entrepreneurs through grants and seed funding. Our collaborations with essential service providers guarantee the successful execution of initiatives, ranging from refurbishing community football pitches to conducting impact assessments. From local initiatives to our partners around the globe: Our aim is to empower communities worldwide. Additionally, we actively contribute to research and advocacy efforts, furthering our overarching goals. By offering expertise and support to stakeholders within the sport-for-good sector, we foster collaboration and collective progress towards achieving our mission.

If you are passionate about leveraging sport for positive change and want to be part of a dynamic organization committed to making a difference, consider joining us in our mission. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender identity and expression, personal background, beliefs, preferences, and abilities. Together, we can create a world where the transformative power of sport is accessible to all, changing lives and shaping a better future for generations to come.

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