Sport Scotland has announced that its Sport Scotland Sports Facilities Fund is open for applications.

The Fund provides grants for the provision or upgrading of sports facilities for the general community. Priority will be given to projects that connect with the sports programmes and initiatives operated by the local authority, national governing body for sport and their partners.

Applicants need to demonstrate that the proposed development is for the public good and will provide equitable opportunities for increased sports participation by the community.

There are two funding streams:

Small Projects under £100,000
Large Projects over £100,000

The following groups can apply for funding:

Voluntary sports clubs (including Community Sports Hubs)
Public bodies such as local authorities
Social enterprises such as leisure trusts
Area sports associations
Recognised Scottish governing bodies of sport
Charitable trusts, playing field associations, youth and uniformed organisations
Educational establishments such as universities, colleges and schools
Companies limited by guarantee

Applications for small projects are accepted at any time.

For large projects there is a two stage application process (outline and full). The outline application is intended to give the applicant formal feedback before the full depth of the project is developed. On successful completion of an outline application the applicant will receive a full application pack.

For further information, please visit the Sportscotland website or contact CVS Falkirk and speak with Tariq or Claire on 01324 692000, alternatively you can email: info@cvsfalkirk.org.uk