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Funding

GM Moving funding for sports clubs

These two new funds are helping clubs to become even more safe, supportive, welcoming and inclusive environments.

Application deadline has passed

You can no longer apply to these two funds. The deadline passed on 12 April 2026.

Funding

Fund 1: Training for Volunteers

  • Please note: Applications for this fund closed in April 2026
  • Up to £500 to fully fund training, workshops and education opportunities for club volunteers, parents and athletes
  • Choose from our menu of welfare, inclusion, and safeguarding training from industry approved experts, or request training based on your clubs specific needs!
Fund information booklet: Welfare training for volunteersOpens in new window
Funding

Fund 2: Creating a positive culture

  • Please note: Applications for this fund closed in April 2026
  • Up to £250 to cover the costs of gathering athletes’ voice and listening to what your members want
  • Up to £1500 to fund projects informed by your athletes’ voice that will create a positive culture at your club – one that is even more safe, supportive, welcoming and inclusive
Fund information booklet: Creating a positive cultureOpens in new window

Applying for funding

  • Groups applying should:
    • Be based in Greater Manchester
    • Deliver sports and physical activity to children and/or adults
    • Have a constitution and a committee
    • See the information booklet for full eligibility criteria

  • Application deadlines:
    • Applications open on 24 February 2026
    • Applications close on 12 April 2026

  • Decision making:
    • Decisions will be made by a panel including a young person and community representation.
    • Applicants will informed of outcomes by 21 April 2026

  • For more information:

    If you have questions or would like support with your application, contact Rachel Garbutt:

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