Aggression Sessions Small Grant Scheme

Helping communities in County Durham get active

Fund description

The Aggression Sessions Small Grant Scheme supports the growth and strengthens the sustainability of community sports clubs who are providing opportunities for their communities to engage in physical activity on a regular basis.

Everything you need to know before you apply

Location(s): County Durham

Grant size: Up to £3,000

Who can apply?

Your organisation does not have to be a registered charity to apply but must have charitable aims. Examples include:

Registered charities and CIOs
Community/voluntary groups that have a constitution
Social enterprises (CICs, companies limited by guarantee) that are registered with the appropriate body

Please note: We cannot accept applications from groups with over £5,000 income per year and that are not registered with the Charity Commission. If you are in the process of registering, we may ask for evidence of this in the form of a letter from the Charity Commission confirming receipt of your application for charitable status.

What does the fund cover?

Here are some examples of the type of funding you can apply for, but this list doesn’t include everything.

Playing and/or training equipment
Essential maintenance of equipment or pitches associated with improvements to grow participation
Facility hire for training (up to £30 per hour and a maximum value of £600)
One-off coaching fees (up to £25 per hour and a maximum value of £500)
Competitions, tournaments, and events that demonstrate a clear route into sustained club activity
Community outreach activities that demonstrate a pathway into sustained club activity
Small capital projects that will help grow participation

Read our grant guidelines for the full list.

What does the fund not cover?

Affiliation
Insurance
Strips and clothing
Trophies, medals, prizes
General revenue costs for pitches, facilities, pavilions and clubhouses
Non-essential enhancements that have no impact on sustainability
Accommodation
Overseas transport

Read our grant guidelines for the full list.

What is the application process?

To apply for a grant, you must use our online application form. Click on the button below to access it.

Before starting your application, make sure you read the guidelines in full.

When you have completed the application in full, we aim to have a decision for you after the panel meeting. We expect to have a decision for you by 12 weeks.

Read the guidelines to make sure you meet all the eligibility criteria before starting your application.