Items that may benefit an individual

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Larger equipment such as tennis courts
Political or religious activities
Fundraising activities
Richard stressed that “The key thing about this fund is that they won’t fund sport for sport’s sake . . . If we actually said we want to get more people into cricket and develop their pathway so they can play at an elite level, they’re not interested.”

“They’re interested in the softer things that sport goes to, to get people active and to address some of the issues within communities or just to make the community a better place.”

Three ways to make a strong application to the National Lottery
Based on his own experience with the National uk rcs data Lottery, Richard has identified key points you should mention to increase your chances of success.

Focus on the benefits to the community rather than the club or sport
Clearly highlight the wider issues the community faces. Use the lottery’s three priorities and explain how your project hits one or more of them
Show the project is people led e.g. show how your project has been influenced by the local community (through consultations, surveys, and meetings) and highlight the reasons they approve of it
If you’re interested in finding out more about the fund, then contact the National Lottery grant team via:

Awards for All advice line: 0345410230
Email: [email protected]
Or contact them via their website
Sport England’s Small Grant fund
This was previously known as the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Fund but was replaced in January 2023. Its aim is to develop opportunities for communities and to get more people physically active.

We’ve broken down everything you need to know about the fund below.