SEVEN sports clubs across Bromsgrove have recently benefited from a new grant scheme to help them develop their offerings.
Over the last year, sports clubs and organisations have been awarded funds from The Sports Team Grant Scheme.
The funding has been used to help and support these groups to develop or create activities, tournaments, teams and leagues for people aged 16 and over.
The scheme received £5,000 from the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Cabinet member for leisure and climate Change, councillor Bernard McEldowney, said: “Being able to support a wide variety of sports clubs to increase their provision through this grant scheme is a real positive for our communities.
“The opportunity to participate in sport and activity regardless of age, gender, or ability is incredibly important to leading happy and healthy lives.
“Delivering funding programmes like this is just one element of creating a better Bromsgrove for all.”
So far, the grants have supported seven different sports clubs in Bromsgrove. The projects funded have been for a variety of sports and are aimed at supporting various communities in increasing their participation in sport.
Manor Badminton Club and Woodrush Community Hub have successfully completed their projects by introducing community badminton sessions and developing walking hockey sessions.
Five other projects currently receiving funding and developing their projects include women’s football and rugby teams for a range of ages, over 50s football offerings, and provision for those with disabilities who want to play football by creating a pan-disability team.
Visit https://www.bromsgrove.gov.uk/things-to-do/active-bromsgrove/sports-in-the-district/sports-team-grant-scheme/ or contact Sports Development via email [email protected] or phone 01527 881404 for more information.
