Factsheets on good funders for local groups
Favourite funders for sports groups
| Name of Funder | Size of grants given | Notes | Next deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash for Clubs | £250, £500 and £1,000 | To improve facilities, purchase new equipment, gain coaching qualifications, and invest in the sustainability of your club | Panel meets every 3 months |
| Football Foundation | Grow the Game: up to £5000 Build the Game: up to £20,000 |
Grow the Game: projects that use football to
increase participation by both players and volunteers. Build the Game provides small grants for small facility projects. |
Grow the Game: 6th March 2012 Build the Game: No deadlines, but application process takes 12 weeks. |
| Sport England Small Grants | £300 - £10,000 | To support local community sport projects | No deadlines. You should get a decision within 10 weeks of submitting your application. |
| Sported | £2000 - £10,000 | To provide business support and financial resources to community sports organisations, enabling them to reach and improve the lives of more disadvantaged young people. | Apply for free membership and discuss a funding application with your mentor. Closes September 2012. |
| Sportsmatch | £1000 - £100,000 | To match sponsorship from commercial business, Trusts or private individuals for grassroots sports activities £ for £. | Application process takes 3 months. Check website for next funding round. |
| Swimathon Foundation | £500 - £2,500 | To encourage participation in swimming. | 12th December 2011 |