IMPORTANT NOTICE – FUNDING PAUSE
The Active Kent & Medway Small Grant and Workforce Development Fund will not be accepting applications from 1 June to 30 September 2026 due to changes in team capacity. We will reopen both funds on 1 October 2026 and look forward to supporting more clubs and organisations to help people move more across Kent and Medway. If you are planning a project, we encourage you to prepare your application ahead of the reopening.
Active Kent & Medway is able to provide funding for clubs or organisations to encourage and increase participation in sport and physical activity for those living in Kent or Medway (excluding London Boroughs).
50% of the total project costs, up to a maximum of £500, could be available for projects such as new delivery programmes, taster sessions, events or pilot schemes, that help clubs and organisations either re-engage with their previous audience or encourage those new to activity to continue to be active.
We can also offer up to 50% of the costs, up to a maximum of £500, towards workforce development qualifications or training that increases the quantity and quality of coaches, officials, instructors and leaders in Kent, and therefore assist the development of sport and physical activity in the county.
We welcome applications that demonstrate a commitment to tackling inactivity and inequalities in sport and physical activity, and increase participation by creating inclusive, accessible, and engaging opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.
By offering a variety of activities in welcoming environments and collaborating with local partners, organisations can inspire individuals to take part in competitive sport, adopt active lifestyles, improve health outcomes, and foster a sense of belonging within their clubs and communities.
We encourage applications that engage participants and / or workforce from the following groups:
- Culturally Diverse Communities
- People with Disabilities or Long Term Health Conditions
- Women and Girls
- LGBTQA+ Communities
- Low Socio-Economic Backgrounds
Applications received by the last day of each month will be considered by a panel on the second Friday of each month, and applicants will be notified of the decision shortly afterwards.
Applications that are unsuccessful can request feedback and are encouraged to reapply at a later date.
Grant awards will be paid by BACS transfer to the club/organisation via the KCC finance system and can take up to 30 days from the date the BACS details are processed.
Please ensure you read the information on the ‘Required Documentation’ page below, before submitting an application.
