Welcome to the Sported Funding Bulletin. This page is here to help you find funding opportunities that may be available to your group or organisation.
We know that funding is a priority for many groups in our network, and that finding the right opportunity can sometimes feel complicated.
Use the search and filter options on this page to narrow down the list of funds.
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You can search by keyword, or tick the filters that apply to you and select Apply Filters. This will make the list shorter and help you find funds that may be a good match.
Each fund has its own eligibility criteria. If you find a fund that looks suitable, please open the website link and read the guidance carefully before applying.
Finding a fund is an important first step, but it is not the only part of securing funding. If you need more support, you can also explore the resources available on the Hub.
If you are part of the Sported network, you will also receive a monthly Funding Bulletin by email, highlighting selected funds. If you would like extra support, our team of staff and volunteer consultants across the UK would be happy to arrange a chat with you.
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Football Foundation - Facilities Grants 16145
The Football Foundation is offering discretionary funding. Grants are available for the provision of capital items, or to refurbish/improve existing community football facilities in England. The funding is intended to enhance the grassroots football experience by supporting projects ranging from the purchase of goalposts to improving changing pavilions.
No deadline is stated
Football Foundation - Grass Pitch Maintenance Fund 16144
The Football Foundation is offering discretionary funding. Grants are available for grassroots football organisations in England to enhance or sustain the quality of their pitch playing surfaces. The Maintenance Fund provides six-year tapered grants to help football clubs sustain pitches already at a 'good' level and enhance pitches that are either considered 'poor' or 'basic', in accordance with a PitchPower Pitch Assessment.
No deadline is stated
Football Foundation - Lionesses HERe to Play Fund 16132
The Football Foundation is offering funding of up to £25,000. Grants are available to improve football facilities for women and girls involved in grassroots football in England. The fund aims to elevate the experience of women and girls in football by creating inclusive, welcoming, and high-quality environments that support female participation at every level.
No deadline is stated
Grassroots Football- Storage Container Grants Funding 16385
Football Foundation offers grants of up to £25,000 for capital improvements. Open to grassroots football clubs, schools, local authorities and community organisations in England. Funding supports the purchase and installation of secure on-site storage containers for football equipment and facilities. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Project Swish - Nationwide 16391
Basketball England provides funding and support for outdoor basketball court improvements. Open to community groups, local authorities, sports clubs and charities in England. Funding can support court refurbishments and the provision of equipment including basketball nets. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Utilita Football Rebooted - Grassroots Fund 16141
Grassroots Football Limited is offering discretionary funding. Grants are available for FA-accredited community football clubs and leagues to improve the experience and accessibility of football to local people. The funding is intended to enhance grassroots football, providing tailored support based on individual application needs.
No deadline is stated
Yorkshire Cricket Board (YCB) County Grants Fund 16261
England and Wales Cricket Trust is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available to support ECB-affiliated cricket clubs that are actively engaged in women's and girls' cricket and/or disability cricket, and that aim to create positive and welcoming environment. The County Grants Fund aims to support ECB-affiliated cricket clubs that are actively engaged in women's, girls' and/or disability cricket to create welcoming environments and/or improve playing and changing facilities.
Deadline: 30 September 2026