The Peter Harrison Foundation are providing grants to UK charities to support grassroots sports projects which provide opportunities for self-development for people living in the most disadvantaged areas in the UK who encounter physical, mental, social, or economic barriers. 

The Peter Harrison Foundation Fund applications for physical activity initiatives that:  

• Offer high-impact, life-enhancing opportunities for those who live in the top 10% of areas of deprivation  
• Remove barriers to participation for disabled or disadvantaged people   
• Focus on grassroots involvement rather than elite participation in physical activity  

There are two types of grants charities can apply for:

• Major grants – £5,001 to £30,000 (applications from organisations with a turnover of under £5 million are prioritised).
• Small grants – up to £5,000 (applications from organisations with a turnover of under £500,000 are prioritised).

Deadline for applications is 1st October 2024. More information can be found in the link above.