 As an Everton fan, Foy did not referee competitive games involving that club, although he did take charge of an Everton away game at Aston Villa in 2002 before he had declared his interest in the team.Foy was actively involved in the "Don't X The Line" campaign to eradicate abusive or aggressive behaviour from players and spectators at junior and youth matches.He has also supported Knowsley Housing Trust's "Give Rent Arrears the Red Card".