2026-2027 Grant Aid Funding
The 2026-2027 fund is now open for applications for:Following the completion of the Playing Pitch Strategy, Derry City and Strabane District Council's Sports Committee has invested in a new Maintenance Fund that will provide financial assistance towards clubs who own and maintain their facilities and in particular playing pitches.
Be Active Support for Sport Programme 2026-2027
Be Active Support for Sport is a small grants programme primarily aimed at grassroots sports. The programme aims to prioritise investment in sports clubs, especially those based in areas of greatest need that will deliver demonstrable increases in sports participation amongst identified target groups.
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Sports Committee Maintenance Fund
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Deadline for Submission of Applications
Applicants are reminded that the deadline for submission of applications is 3.00pm Wednesday 22nd April 2027. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application early as this deadline is absolute. Please do not wait until near the closing time to submit your application. Under no circumstances will an application be deemed eligible after the 3:00 PM deadline.
Be aware of the speed of your internet connection, your system configuration and the volume of general web traffic that may impact on the time required to upload your application.
Derry City and Strabane District Council cannot accept responsibility for transmission delays. Your completed application must be received before the deadline.
Please note that all projects will be subject to a monitoring and evaluation process. Please read all documentation carefully before submitting your application.