Manchester Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27

Grants of £250 to £3,000 from Manchester City Council's Neighbourhood Sports Fund for sports clubs and community organisations based in the City of Manchester that help residents move more, with priority for low or no-cost activities, women's and girls' participation, activities for under-5s, walking, running and cycling, and keeping and growing participation. Level 1 (up to £500) covers governance and minimum standards, Level 2 (up to £1,500) supports existing programmes, and Level 3 (up to £3,000) funds new free or low-cost activities lasting at least 12 weeks or small capital work. It runs as a rolling programme with review dates on 7 December 2026 and 1 March 2027, and decisions within 10 days. Applications close on 1 March 2027.