Summary: Unrestricted grants for not-for-profit organisations, charities, community groups and sports clubs in the UK and Ireland that use sport to deliver wider social outcomes and increase participation among adults from under-represented groups. Priority is given to organisations working in areas of high deprivation.

Deadline: 1 January 2027

Maximum value: £2,000

Other information: Funding is unrestricted and can support costs such as venue hire, utilities, coaching, volunteer expenses, equipment, kit, marketing, training, qualifications, insurance and affiliations. Funding should be spent within six months. Applicants must have appropriate governance arrangements and use sport for wider social purposes. Only organisations supporting adults (18+) are eligible. Projects involving under-18s, junior activities, elite sport, talent development, trips abroad and individuals are not eligible. Applications are expected to open from 1 October 2026.