Finding Funding for Projects

Have a look below for some tips and tricks, along with links to external website for support and help to find funding for your projects!

Local Sources

• Kent FA Charitable Trust
• Kent County Council Grants and Funding
• Kent 4 Community - Looking for funding
• Local Authorities Ward Councillor Funding
• Town and Parish Council Grants
• Fundraising Ideas
• Business Sponsorship

Regional / National Sources

• Football Foundation / Click here for Football Foundation funding guidance for applicants.
• Landfill Communities Fund (BIFFA, WREN, ENTRUST)
• Section106 (s106)
• Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
• Sport England (Small Grants, Community Asset Fund, Strategic Facilities)
• London Marathon Charitable Trust
• The Community Business Fund via Power to Change
• Charity Excellence Framework

Top Tips

• Make contact with Kent FA's Football Development Manager, Jeff.Davis@KentFA.com before progressing your project.
• Keep track of funding applications - keep copies
• Gain Local Support (Planners, Local Ward Councillors, Portfolio Holders and Leaders of Councils)
• When can funding be accessed – some funders have clear deadlines
• Unsuccessful funding - keep proof of letters demonstrating you have exhausted all avenues