The Essex and Southend Sports Trust (EASST) supports sport-related charitable activity in Essex, with especially strong interest in football and cricket, but also broader grassroots sport and athlete development. It appears to fund both individuals and voluntary organisations, often helping with practical costs such as coaching, training, equipment, and small capital needs. Its giving is highly local and partnership-based, with some grants administered through Essex Community Foundation and Essex Cricket in the Community.
Small-to-moderate charitable grants, including matched-fund and partnership-administered programs, with some support for individuals as well as local voluntary sports organisations. Grants are often for specific, practical needs rather than large strategic awards; the cricket program offers small grants up to £2,000 and some opportunities are invite-led through partner organizations.
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Check the relevant program and geography carefully: ESSCF covers Essex-wide support through Essex Community Foundation, while other grants are direct or routed through Essex Cricket in the Community. Applicants should show clear local benefit, specific sporting outcomes, and a modest, practical budget for items like kit, training, coaching, or facilities; some opportunities may be invite-only or partner-nominated rather than open calls.
Current and upcoming funding from The Essex And Southend Sports Trust that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Applications must be from cricket organisations in Essex or East London. Grants are limited to no more than 50% of the cost of the project/purchase. Intended for small charitable grants (up to £2,000).
Who can apply: Applicants must be based in Essex (including Southend and Thurrock). Grants to individuals are prioritised; applications from organisations that require matching funding may be considered. Applicants based in the specified London boroughs should not apply to this fund.
Who can apply: Applicants must be charitable (under English & Welsh law) and based in the defined geographic area. Grants are only made towards projects/individuals in Essex and East London (specified boroughs). Trustees will not normally fund more than 50% of total project/purchase costs.
Who can apply: Projects and individuals must be based in Essex and East London and be in accordance with the objectives of the charity. Trustees will not make grants for more than 50% of the cost of any project; the remainder must come from other grants or the applicant's own resources.
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