The fund is now closed and will not be accepting applications
again until Summer 2026
Overview
Grants for charitable and community-based organisations that support children and young people (ages 5-25) through sport and physical activity used as a tool for social impact. This means projects should go beyond fitness to help build confidence, leadership, resilience, social connect, and life skills.
Projects should aim to achieve one or more of the following outcomes:
• build life and work skills, such as through mentoring, coaching courses, or interview preparation
• support young people who face extra challenges or fewer opportunities because of their background or life situation
• demonstrate long-term impact, such as improving health, confidence, or future education and job prospects
Donor
New Balance Foundation
Who can apply?
• charitable and not-for-profit organisations delivering weekly, ongoing programmes
• applicants should be able to show how their work makes a lasting difference
Priority will be given to projects that benefit the following:
• projects based in or serving communities around Flimby
AND organisations working with marginalised children and young people, especially those who:
• are not in education, employment, or training (NEET)
• are at risk of school exclusion
• are refugees or asylum seekers, or are newly arrived migrants
• have experience of the care system
• are affected by exploitation, homelessness, or domestic abuse
What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions:
• individuals
• building projects
• sports kit
• one-off or short-term projects
How much can you apply for?
Grants will normally be in the range of £1,000 – £5,000; however, one grant of up to £10,000 may be considered. If you are requesting more than £5,000, please speak to Grants Officer Tracy Cheesbrough before applying. Projects must be completed within one year.
The closing date for applications is Friday 18 July 2025. You can access the application form here.
For further information about this fund please contact:
Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512395 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org