About this Funding:
The Barclays Community Sport Fund, in partnership with the Sported Foundation, is currently inviting applications for its Female Coaches for Girls Grants, aimed at increasing the number of qualified female coaches in grassroots football, tennis, and cricket.
Eligible not-for-profit organisations—including sports clubs, youth groups, and community organisations—can apply for up to two grants per organisation to cover the cost of a Level 1 (or equivalent) coaching qualification. Grants are valued at approximately £160 for football and £200 for cricket or tennis, depending on the training provider.
The programme targets communities within the UK’s Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) 1–3, with a focus on improving access to sport for women and girls. Disability-focused organisations operating outside these areas may also be considered.
Applications for the Female Coaches for Girls Grants are open until 31 December 2025.
Funding Criteria:
The programme targets communities within the UK’s Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) 1–3, with a focus on improving access to sport for women and girls. Disability-focused organisations operating outside these areas may also be considered. Eligible not-for-profit organisations—including sports clubs, youth groups, and community organisations—can apply for up to two grants per organisation to cover the cost of a Level 1 (or equivalent) coaching qualification. Grants are valued at approximately £160 for football and £200 for cricket or tennis, depending on the training provider.
