The FA Charter Standard programme was launched in February 2001 with the aim of setting minimum standards of coaching, administration and child protection for clubs. The project is at the heart of The Football Association's investment programme for grassroots football that will see millions of pounds spent each year to improve facilities and coaching across the country.

Many Grants and Funding Opportunities provided by the FA and the Football Foundation are only available to clubs who have gained, or are working toward, Charter Standard.

CHARTER STANDARD AIMS TO:
    * Provide a nationally recognised quality control 'kitemark'.
    * Improve the quality of provision for everyone.
    * Sustain participation for players for a longer time.
    * Raise standards.

There are 4 levels of Charter Standard.
1. Charter Standard	3. Charter Development
2. Charter Standard Adult	4. Charter Community
Each Level depends upon the size, type and ambition of the club.

The GJFL are working closely with the West Riding County FA to promote the FA Charter Standard scheme to all clubs affiliated. From the commemncement of the 2006-7 season, any new club seeking membership into the Garforth Junior Football League must be Charter Standard accredited or, alternatively, acheive Charter Standard Accreditiation within 12 months from the date of application to join the League.