Funding
Funding Application
Active Eastbourne and Lewes run several rounds of funding throughout the year. Successful applications can receive up to £1,000 for purchase of equipment or to run a project.
The Active Eastbourne and Lewes Partnership Fund specifically targets inequalities in access to physical activity. By encouraging and supporting funding applications for tailored projects and initiatives, we aim to:
- Increase opportunities for physical activity.
- Promote community health and wellbeing.
- Create an inclusive environment that addresses barriers to participation.
Application should align with the physical activity agenda in targeting the following groups to be more active:
- Women
- Older people
- People living with a disability
- People living with a long-term health condition
- Black and Asian ethnic groups
FUNDING PROCESS
If you are interested in applying for funding from the Active Eastbourne and Lewes Fund, start by completing the Expression of Interest form using the link above.*
The funding process consists of three stages, should your application be successful:
Stage One
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Submit your Expression of Interest form.
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You will receive notification either inviting you to complete the full Active Eastbourne and Lewes funding application or informing you that your application has been unsuccessful at this time.
Stage Two
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Submit the full Active Eastbourne and Lewes Fund application.
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Complete the Minimum Standards of Safeguarding form.
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You will receive notification of the outcome (successful/unsuccessful).
Stage Three
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Complete the service level agreement.
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Complete the Pre-Project forms.
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50% of the project funding will be released.
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Deliver your project.
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Complete the Post-Project form.
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The final 50% of the funding will be released.
Old Town Hub CIC
The Active Eastbourne and Lewes Fund has played a vital role in supporting the setup of Pickleball at Old Town Hub CIC. The fund allowed us to purchase Pickleball equipment and line painting – we can now offer a less energetic and physical option for people staying active. Although the initial outlay was expensive, it has been justified by the growth in the sport. Thanks to the fund, permanent court markings and nets are available to hire, allowing people to enjoy pickleball at their own convenience. We also run 2 x pickleball sessions per week, and this will grow over the coming months. Everyone who has played so far has loved the experience, with many participants returning to sport after playing tennis and embracing Pickleball as a fun accessible alternative.
