Developing the game takes money whether it is for building a new clubhouse or buying a new team kit. Help is at hand from a range of funding pots. Here is your guide to the main ones...
The Football Foundation Capital Projects Scheme
Funding is available to refurbish or construct changing rooms, grass and artificial pitches and clubhouses for community benefit.
The Football Foundation Goalpost Safety Scheme Updated
Supports the replacement of unsafe goalposts that fail to meet Bristish Goalpost Safety Standards.In addition you can now apply for new goal posts for additional pitches new teams and even new clubs. The Foundation will assist in the funding of 50% towards the cost of replacing old and rusty posts, or new posts up to a ceiling of £3,000.
The Football Foundation Community and Education Scheme
Designed to increase participation and volunteering in sport and to encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles by creating opportunities for all. Priority areas for community and education funding are disability projects, ethnic minority communities, young people, social inclusion and education. The maximum level of funding is 90% of project costs up to a total project cost of £250,000 but applicants are encouraged to secure as much partnership funding as possible.
The Football Foundation Community and Education Small Grants Scheme
Provides funding of up to £9,000 with a total project cost of £10,000 for the introduction of new activity, which aims to increase participation and provide training for volunteers to support grassroots football. This could include the start up costs for a new team at an existing club.
The Football Foundation Junior Kit Scheme
Provides funding for a new kit for Under 18 teams and adults with disabilities. Funding comes in the form of a £400 voucher and can be exchanged with the Football Foundation nominated kit and equipment supplier - Nike.
The Football Foundation Football Stadia Improvement Fund
Provides grant aid to clubs in the Football League, and the National League System, down to step 7 and below who wish to improve their facilities. Funding is available dependent on level/status of applicant club.
For more information on any of the above funding opportunities and an application form please visit the Football Foundation website http://www.footballfoundation.org.uk/seeking-funding
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