Inclusive Grants Programme Launched

English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) is pleased to announce a new small grants programme to support local clubs develop inclusive sporting provision.

The inclusive clubs grant scheme has been developed in partnership with the Coalfield Regeneration Trust and will focus upon coalfield regeneration area within the North and Midlands areas.

The scheme which brings over £50,000 of investment into inclusive sport provision focuses on the Coalfields priority sports of Athletics, Football, Rugby and Cricket; as well as multi sport clubs focusing on these sports. Grants of up to £1000 are available to help clubs develop an accessible and inclusive environment by providing much needed funds to support club development, volunteer training and equipment.

Eligible projects should have spent the grant prior to 31st March 2011, with priority given to groups who have not previously received a micro grant from the Coalfield Regeneration Trust previously. The closing date for the first set of application is 23^rd April 2010.

Further information on eligible Coalfield area and an application pack are now available from the EFDS website www.efds.co.uk or by contacting your relevant regional manager.