Sport England funds work that helps people in England get active, with a strong emphasis on reducing inequalities and reaching people who face the biggest barriers to sport and physical activity. It supports a mix of local systems change through its Active Partnerships network, leadership and capacity-building through National Lottery-funded programs, and smaller community grants for practical projects that get underserved groups moving. Its grantees suggest a preference for place-based, partnership-driven initiatives involving local authorities, universities, sports governing bodies, and community organizations.
Combines invite-only network investment for Active Partnerships with open or program-based funding such as the Movement Fund. Grants are often relatively modest for community projects (up to £15,000), while larger investments support capacity-building, systems change, and long-term local delivery across England.
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Check the specific program eligibility before applying: the Movement Fund is the main route for community projects and is aimed at people facing barriers to activity, while Active Partnerships funding is invite-only. Strong applications should show clear local need, practical delivery partners, and a direct plan to reduce inactivity or inequality in a defined place or community.
Current and upcoming funding from Sport England that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Projects must help more people get active and focus on people who face barriers to activity. Sport England prioritises projects that support people with fewer opportunities to be active and communities with greater need.
Deadline: No submission deadline; apply at least 12 weeks before start date.
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