Be Active Wales Fund

If you already have an application pending with us, you can still log into our application portal. 

Please note, the Investments Team will be out of office between 25 December 2024 and 1 January 2025.

The Be Active Wales Fund is currently open and accepting applications for funding.

There is a remaining total of £1m available for sports clubs and not-for-profit organisations during this window.

Applications will need to be fully completed by 10am on Monday 13th January.

Please submit an expression of interest early to ensure you leave sufficient time to complete your application ahead of the deadline.

If you've been successful in applying for a grant from the Be Active Wales Fund since 1st April 2024, you are ineligible to apply again until 1st April 2025 and your successful grant has been closed.

The Investments Team is currently receiving a large number of expressions of interest. We'll aim to respond within two working days, but it may take a bit longer than usual.

Due to high demand, it may not be possible to support all eligible applications. Therefore, projects will be prioritised based on their community impact. Any unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to reapply during the next funding window in April 2025.

Here’s more information on the Be Active Wales Fund update.

What is the Be Active Wales Fund?

The Be Active Wales Fund is a grant, funded by the National Lottery, that supports sports clubs and community organisations across Wales to improve access to physical activity. It offers grants from £300 to £50,000 to support projects that promote equality, sustainability and innovation in sport.

Who can apply?

All not-for-profit sport clubs or organisations in Wales can apply, regardless of their size or location, given your club has all the right funding conditions and requirements.

To be eligible for the Be Active Wales Fund, your organisation must:

• be a not-for-profit sports club or community organisation
• take place in Wales and be primarily for Welsh residents
• be funding projects or activities that have not yet started
• use the funds for the community as a whole, not just for the benefit of a specific school
• meet the requirements of the Expression of Interest form
• promote equality, sustainability, and innovation in sport projects
• demonstrate how the project will increase access to physical activity

What can I get funding for?

The Be Active Wales Fund will support:

• purchasing equipment that allows more people to participate in sport
• upskilling volunteers in areas where your club lacks expertise or experience
• development of innovative projects that promote physical activity in new or different ways
• clubs using technology to engage more people in physical activity
• outreach aimed at people who are currently under-represented in sport and physical activity

How to Apply?

You can apply with us online. Please fill out our Expression of Interest Form and we will get back to you within 2 working days with further information on making an application.

Find out more about how to apply for the Be Active Wales Fund here.

Before you apply, we suggest you contact at least one of these groups for guidance in your application:

• your national governing body if you have one
• your local authority sports development department
• any other relevant support organisations

Please be advised that applications may be submitted in English or Welsh and any application submitted in Welsh will be treated no less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We highly recommend that those applying for funding with us read our terms and conditions for grants.

If you already have an application pending with us, you can still log into our application portal.

How is funding awarded?

The minimum award is £300 and the maximum award is £50,000*.  

Funding is awarded on a sliding scale:

• 100% grant up to £10,000
• 90% grant for awards between £10,001 and £25,000
• 80% grant for awards between £25,001 and £50,000

*A minimum contribution of 10% of the total project cost will be required for applications above £10k, and a minimum contribution of 20% of the total project cost for applications above £25k.

Not every item eligible for funding will automatically receive a minimum of an 80% award. Some specific items are capped at 50% of project costs, or to a set financial limit, and applicants are encouraged to seek clarification.

Here's some additional funding information about changes for 2024/25.

What happens after I apply? 

We will review your Expression of Interest form and aim to make a decision within 2 working days. 

Where can I get support?

We have a range of resources to support sport clubs and volunteers in Wales. Visit our resources page for advice to help run and grow your club effectively, which can be useful in your application.

HOW TO CONTACT US

Please note, the Investments Team will be out of office between 25 December 2024 and 1 January 2025.

You can email us with any queries at BEACTIVE@SPORT.WALES, or phone the helpline on 0300 3003102, Monday to Friday, between 10:00-12:30 & 1:15-16:00.

If you are unable to reach one of our team, please stay on the line as our voice message service can also be helpful outside of our working hours.