Individual Development in Sport, Active Recreation & Play Grant

This grant assists individuals who wish to achieve coaching, play, officiating or leadership qualifications and/or further develop their chosen sport or activity. We will expect successful applicants to be committed to helping others in the District to improve their skills and assist with the development of and increasing participation in sport and play in West Oxfordshire.

Amounts awarded

For most activities the maximum grant level is set at £300.

Deadline for applications

Grants for Individual Development in Sport, Active Recreation and Play are considered by West Oxfordshire District Council on a monthly basis. Deadlines for applications are as follows:

Wednesday 7th May 2008
Monday 2nd June 2008
Monday 7th July 2008
Monday 4th August 2008
Monday 1st September 2008
Monday 6th October 2008
Monday 3rd November 2008
Monday 1st December 2008
Monday 5th January 2009
Monday 2nd February 2009
Monday 2nd March 2009.

Criteria

Applications can be accepted either from individuals or clubs/organisations acting on the applicant's behalf.
Applications will normally be received from people aged 16 years and above. However in exceptional circumstances applications from people below this age limit may be considered (if you think this may apply to you please contact Leisure and Tourism to discuss this further).
Applicants must reside in West Oxfordshire or be able to demonstrate that the award would significantly contribute to sport and play in West Oxfordshire.
Coaching/Officiating/Volunteering/Leading must take place in West Oxfordshire following the award.
For individuals working with young people it is essential that they hold a valid enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check specific to working with young people. Any persons without the above qualification may not be considered for an Individual Development in Sport, Active Recreation and Play Grant. Please contact us to discuss this in detail if you are concerned about your circumstances.

Application form

You can download an application form or ask for a copy to be sent to you by using the contact details below.

Contact details

For more information on the Grant for Individual Development in Sport, Active Recreation and Play or to request an application form please contact Leisure and Tourism or call 01993 861557.