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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.
- If you are using a large screen, you will find these options on the right-hand side
- On a mobile or smaller screen, they will appear at the bottom of the page.
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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Arts Council of Wales - Arts, Health and Wellbeing Lottery Funding 16100
Arts Council of Wales (ACW) is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available to support partnerships from across the arts, health, social care and third sectors to provide high-quality creative projects that deliver health and wellbeing benefits for the people of Wales. The funding is intended to support partnership proposals spanning arts, health, social care, nature, environment, and the third sectors.
Next deadline: 23 September 2026
Be Active Wales Fund 16065
Grants of up to £50,000 are available to support community sports clubs and organisations in Wales for projects to reduce inequality, create long-term sustainability and introduce new or different ways of operating. The funding is intended to support projects aimed at upskilling volunteers, developing new ways of delivering physical activity, using technology to engage more people, and reaching those currently under-represented in sport and physical activity.
Next deadline: 11 September 2026
Bradford - Pride in Place Impact Fund 16246
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available to not-for-profit organisations for capital projects that improve community buildings, equipment and spaces in the Bradford District. The funding is intended for capital projects that create, extend, improve or refurbish community facilities and enable community organisations to take ownership of underused but valued local assets.
Deadline: 14 September 2026
Endrick Trust 16241
Endrick Trust is offering funding of up to £50,000. Funding is available to registered charities in Greater Glasgow for general charitable purposes, in particular the relief of poverty and community development. Funding is available to support charitable causes in the Greater Glasgow area.
Deadline: 2 October 2026
England and Wales Cricket Board - County Grants Fund 16135
England and Wales Cricket Board is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available to support ECB affiliated cricket clubs in England and Wales which are actively engaged with women's cricket, girls' cricket and/or disability cricket with creating welcoming environments, providing enhanced facilities and playing opportunities. The funding is intended to support projects and activities that may include: Creating welcoming environments.
Deadline: 30 September 2026
Foundation Scotland - Carrick Futures 16094
ScottishPower Renewables is offering funding from £500 to over £50,000. Grants are available to charitable organisations for projects supporting rural regeneration and sustainability in South Ayrshire. The aim of the Fund is to support rural regeneration and sustainability of the six community council areas of Ballantrae, Colmonell & Lendalfoot, Barr, Barrhill, Pinmore & Pinwherry and Girvan & District.
Next deadline: 21 September 2026
Foundation Scotland - Social Investment Fund 16172
Grant and loan investments of between £10,000 and £250,000 per organisation with up to 25% of this in the form of a grant are available to social enterprises, community organisations and charities across Scotland to benefit local communities. The fund aims to provide blended grant and loan investment to incorporated community organisations to meet the needs of the business, achieve a vision and secure the organisation's future.
No deadline is stated
Here for Hart Community Grants 16290
Hart District Council is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available for not-for-profit organisations in Hart District to deliver projects and activities that benefit local communities and residents. This fund aims to support initiatives that help residents to stay well, promote inclusion and community connection, and support people facing challenges.
Deadline: 14 September 2026
Merthyr Tydfil - Pride in Place Fund 16230
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is offering funding of up to £75,000. Funding is available to organisations to support projects that strengthen community engagement, build resilience and independence, improve local neighbourhoods and increase community pride across Merthyr Tydfil. The funding is intended to support projects that demonstrate strong alignment with local priorities, clear community benefit, and the ability to deliver tangible outcomes.
Deadline: 2 October 2026
Moray Coastal Communities Fund Grant Scheme 16088
Moray Council is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available for community-led projects that strengthen the economic, environmental and social resilience of Moray's coastal communities and deliver local benefits linked to the coast and sea. The funding is intended for projects that enhance the resilience, sustainability and wellbeing of communities along the Moray coastline.
Deadline: 18 September 2026
National Lottery Community Fund - People and Places (Wales) 16193
National Lottery Community Fund - Wales is offering funding of up to £500,000. Grants are available to voluntary, community and public sector organisations in Wales to support the delivery of projects that work closely with communities, building on their strengths and experiences and helping with the issues that matter most to them. The funding is intended to support voluntary, community and public sector organisations to deliver new or existing projects that benefit local communities.
No deadline is stated
National Lottery Community Fund - Strengthening Organisations 16194
National Lottery Community Fund - Scotland is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available to voluntary and community organisations in Scotland that are currently receiving funding from the National Lottery Community Fund and work with people experiencing poverty, disadvantage, or discrimination to try out new approaches and projects or develop their current work. The Fund is intended to give existing grant holders the capacity to tackle challenges and try fresh ideas and approaches.
No deadline is stated
Northern Powergrid Foundation Grants 16257
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants are available to not-for-profit organisations for capital projects that improve community buildings, equipment and spaces in the Bradford District. The funding is intended for capital projects that create, extend, improve or refurbish community facilities and enable community organisations to take ownership of underused but valued local assets.
Deadline: 14 September 2026
Robertson Trust - Community Spaces 16197
Robertson Trust is offering funding of up to £60,000. Grants are available to registered charities in Scotland with an annual income of between £30,000 and £500,000 to support the running costs of community spaces in areas experiencing high levels of deprivation and trauma. The Fund is intended to support local community centres, hubs or anchor organisations that are delivering and/or hosting a range of services and activities in places that are significantly affected by poverty and trauma.
No deadline is stated
Soirbheas Community Grants 16242
Soirbheas is offering funding of up to £50,000. Grants for a range of projects and activities to benefit residents in the community council areas of Glen Urquhart and Strathglass. The aim of the scheme is to support local initiatives that help protect the environment, provide training and promote employment opportunities, and projects that help make the communities of Glen Urquhart and Strathglass more resilient.
Deadline: 14 October 2026
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