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Facilities & Funding

There are many sources of funding, help and advice available both from Somerset Rugby and the RFU.

RFU website

The RFU has a section on its website detailing financial management and funding streams to assist rugby clubs.

The information includes the following:

  • RFU Grants
  • RFU Loans
  • Grantfinder
  • Sport England

NatWest RugbyForce

The RFU and NatWest work in partnership of their nationwide programme designed to provide an opportunity to welcome members, volunteers and local businesses from the community for a weekend of DIY to help make rugby clubs stronger businesses by renovating their facilities. Look out for this funding in December/January of each year.

Sport England

Sport England is committed to investing in clubs and projects across the country to create a great environment that encourages more people to play sport.

They have different types of funding available.
For more information visit https://www.sportengland.org/funding/

Funding Central

Funding Central is a free resource for charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. They list thousands of funding and finance opportunities, plus a wealth of tools and information supporting you to develop a sustainable income strategy.

https://www.fundingcentral.org.uk/default.aspx

Easyfundraising

easyfundraising.org.uk is a great way to raise money for charities, schools, sports clubs, community groups, and other good causes just by shopping online. Individuals access websites e.g. Amazon via easyfundraising, individuals don’t pay anything extra and then the retailer makes a donation to your cause as a thank you for shopping with them. www.easyfundraising.org.uk.