Meet the Funder- Sport England Movement Fund

Whether you're a community organisation, sports club, charity, school, CIC or local partnership, this session will give you clear, practical guidance to help you submit a strong and successful application to Sport England's Movement Fund.

What We’ll Cover

• What the Movement Fund is – Purpose, priorities and who can apply
• What’s eligible for funding – Including examples of the types of projects and costs the fund supports
• What Sport England assessors are looking for – How to demonstrate need, impact and alignment with local priorities
• Top tips for a strong application – Insight from funders on writing compelling responses, building a clear budget and evidencing demand
• Common mistakes to avoid – What typically causes delays or unsuccessful bids
• Breakout session with Bury VCFA and GM Moving staff – Your chance to ask direct questions about your project idea

Why Attend?

This session will help you to:
✔ Understand how to position your project for success
✔ Learn how to clearly demonstrate impact on physical activity levels
✔ Gain confidence in navigating the online application process
✔ Learn more about the 121 application support provided by Bury VCFA

Who Should Attend

Community groups, grassroots sports clubs, charities, local authorities, schools, and organisations working to support people to be active in Greater Manchester - particularly those supporting underrepresented or less active communities.