• Grant Scheme Application Form

  • Grant Application Criteria
     

    ClubSport West Lothian (CSWL) Grant Aid Scheme is open to all our active member clubs and organisations. There are several categories to choose from and applications are open for submission throughout the CSWL financial year being 1 April to 31 March. Applications will be considered by the committee and ratified at meetings.

    All grants will be based on Up to 50% or £250 whichever is the lesser amount of the application.

    Grants will only be awarded providing CSWL have the underlying funds.

  • Category Descriptions

    Club Start Up

    For new clubs starting up in West Lothian or to support the start-up of a new section within an established club.

    Award can be used for stationery, equipment, introductory procedures & premises.

     *Applications must include details of remit and objectives of the club or new section.
    Equipment

    For any club wishing to purchase new equipment to support the development of their members. Please note this does not include clothing items. A statement from the club should also be included describing how the purchase of this equipment will support the club and its development.
    Coaching/Training

    For individuals as part of a club or organisation to attend coaching or official training courses as recognised by appropriate governing body. *Applications must include details of the course and provisional acceptance of the individual(s) wishing to attend.

    Grants can also be used towards cost of specialist coach visiting club.

    Not allowed to to be used as a contribution to normal coaching expenses.
    Achieving Excellence

    For clubs whose athletes are invited to join National Squad or compete Internationally. To support any costs incurred by the club/athlete in pursuing this opportunity.

    *Applications must include details of the squad or competition where it is held, times and cost incurred.
    Discretionary

    To promote sport in the widest sense of the word. Can be used to support sponsorship of events hosted within West Lothian Region, Open days, displays, projects etc.

    *Applications must include a detailed budget of how the money will be used and how it will help to promote sport and participation within West Lothian.
    Hardship

    To assist clubs to support members who would otherwise be unable to participate in their chosen sport due to financial difficulties.
    COVID-19 Compliance

    To assist clubs to purchase safety equipment, PPE, anti-viral supplies and/or new sports equipment necessary for Covid safety compliance.

  • Details of Applicants:

  • Are your members predominantly from West Lothian?*
  • Is the Club/Organisation affiliated to Club Sport West Lothian?*
  • Is the Club/Organisation affiliated to a governing body of sport recognised by SportScotland?*

  • Secretary Details:

  • Treasurer

  • Grant Details

  • Please Select the categories under which you would like this application to be considered:*

  • Category Checklist

    Club Start Up

     Applications must include details of remit and objectives of the club or new section.

    Please submit budgeting information regarding how this money will be used.
    Equipment

    Invoice must be provided to prove purchase.
    Coaching/Training

    Provide evidence of course(s) or costs incurred.
    Achieving Excellence

    Applications must include details of the squad or competition where it is held, times and cost incurred.
    Discretionary

    Applications must include a detailed budget of how the money will be used and how it will help to promote sport and participation within West Lothian.
    Hardship

    Provide evidence or details of costs incurred.
    COVID-19 Compliance

    Provide evidence of expenses already incurred or anticipated purchases.

  • General Conditions:

    • Club or Organisation must be a member of CSWL and have attended at least two general meetings recently prior to any application being made for grants.
    • Clubs or Organisations will receive notification when their application form has been received. CSWL would appreciate that successful applicants ensure they inform the Secretary on receipt of their grant.
    • Within a month of using the funds a brief report about the use of the funding is required.
    • Clubs or Organisations may only apply once for Grant Aid across all the categories in any one financial year, but an application may include more than one category.
    • Clubs or Organisations will receive a maximum of £250 in any one financial year.
    • All application awards will be at the committee's discretion.
    • If any of the above criteria are not met following a successful grant CSWL reserve the right to request the funds be returned.

  • Document Uploads, Payment Preference and Confirmation

  • Please indicate method of payment should your application be successful:*

  • Please attach copies of the following documents (if applicable):

    • Constitution
    • Child Protection Policy
    • Audited Account Statement for last Financial year
    • Latest Bank Statement
    • Any other supporting documents as noted in the above checklist
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