Physical activity, sport & leisure

Funding for physical activity, sport and leisure

  • Places to Go, Things to Do

    Devon County Council has launched a new fund to support inclusive, accessible and enriching activities for those aged 11 to 25. Not-for-profit organisations in Devon can apply to the Places to Go, Things to Do fund for a small grant to provide activities for young people that: Projects can include sports and leisure activities, creative […]

  • Suez Communities Fund

    The Suez Communities Fund provides grants of up to £50,000 for capital improvements to facilities that benefit the general public. This includes village halls, community centres, cycle paths, playgrounds, sports facilities and historic buildings. Projects need to be within 2.5 miles of a qualifying Suez site: these include Woodbury Salterton and Brynsworthy (Barnstaple). The funding […]

  • Cash4Clubs

    This programme offers community and voluntary sports groups the opportunity to access unrestricted funding to boost their sustainability and get more people playing sports. This year’s programme is focused on supporting adult clubs. Funding is therefore available to groups that support over 18s only. You can apply for a grant of £2,000: there are no […]

  • Grassroots Grants

    Small, local organisations that are making a positive difference in their communities can apply for between £500 and £2,000 in unrestricted funding. The grants are flexible and can therefore be used where they are most needed, including for core organisational costs. The aim is to support groups that provide vital services in their local communities […]

  • RYA Foundation

    RYA-affiliated sailing clubs and centres and other organisations that are seeking to develop their facilities or programmes for disadvantaged people may apply for grant funding. The aim is to improve sailing opportunities for people who are disadvantaged by reason of youth, age, infirmity or disability, financial hardship or social circumstances. Funding is available for: Most […]

  • Hargreaves Foundation

    The Hargreaves Foundation is a charitable foundation set up to transform young lives through sport and education. It provides grants to support under 18s living with a mental health problem, physical disability or growing up in poverty. The aim is to improve wellbeing, self-esteem and independence through sport and education. It prioritises organisations based in […]

  • NGS Community Garden Grants

    Charities and community groups can apply for a small grant to help with a community gardening project. Community Garden Grants of £1,500 to £5,000 are awarded by the National Garden Scheme (NGS) for projects that use sustainable gardening methods and benefit the community. The grants can be used to purchase items that will help to […]

  • King Charles III Charitable Fund

    The King Charles III Charitable Fund awards small grants of up to £3,000 a year for up to three years to community-based organisations. Each year there are three application rounds for the small grants programme, each focusing on different funding themes. Applications are now open for organisations with projects that fit with the Environment and […]

  • Norman Family Trust

    The Norman Family Trust provides grants for small, local charities and not-for-profit organisations in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. The priority is to support applications from East Devon. The Trust has reviewed its priorities and is increasing its support to organisations working in animal welfare and those looking after and protecting the natural environment, this means […]

  • Million Hours Fund

    The National Lottery Community Fund has funding available through its Million Hours Fund for 2025 to 2027. This funding is for organisations to provide extra hours of youth work in areas with high levels of anti-social behaviour. Only projects in certain areas can be funded – see below for a list of the eligible wards […]