Introduction to Funding Active Devon May 2014

This Workshop will cover; Introduction to funding –How to plan a strong application –Building a case –A broad overview of where to find funding sources

Organisational Key Questions Are we ready for funding? Where are we now? Our organisation’s mission? Organisation’s governance Organisational capacity

Project Key Questions What is the project for? What evidence of need is in place? Is the project of strategic importance What difference will it make? Which funders best support our intended project?

Building the Case Primary Evidence of Need –Local research e.g. Internal –Membership Surveys –Registers External –Household surveys –Focus groups –Secondary Evidence of Need National/local research from others Strategies/Development Plans by others

Practical Questions Is the project eligible? Has the project already started? Do you need permission? Who will write the application Who will manage the project/grant? Have you got partners on board? Cost of the project? Are any funds already in place?

Who can help? Examples of helpful organisations; Local Authority Sports, Community and/or Grants Officer –Advice on local funding, planning policies and strategies, local demand. Local Community Voluntary Service Centre (CVS) –Advice on local funding, sources of help, volunteer recruitment and retention. Sports Governing Bodies – e.g. The Football Association

Examples of Funders Sports Governing Bodies Philanthropists and trusts – national and local Large organisations with social responsibility approach – e.g. ASDA, Tesco, Cooperative Society. Local Authorities/Agencies Big Lottery Fund Football Foundation Sport England

Predominant focus on increasing participation in sport Small Grants –Revenue funding –£300 - £10,000 grant –New activities Inspired Facilities £20k - £50k – can be 100% Renovation/modernisation Now open all year – 2 funding panels Catalogue approach Other Capital Funds –Improvement Fund, Strategic Facilities, Protecting Playing Fields, Flood Relief Community Sport Activation Fund Other Themed Rounds

What to do next? Active Devon – Provide information on sources of funding – Deliver more in depth funding workshops – Signpost to opportunities – Give pre application advice – Provide letters to accompany applications Contact your local Development Coordinator

Sportivate –Programme Information –Group Exercise –Q & A