Application deadline: none
Since the Lionesses first lifted the UEFA Women’s EURO trophy in 2022, over 68,000 more girls have started playing football. The Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation, are committed to making sure women and girls have access to safe, welcoming and inspiring places to play.
Late kick-offs, poor lighting, and unsuitable changing facilities are just a few of the barriers that stop women and girls from stepping onto the pitch. Facilities should work for everyone – and that means making thoughtful, inclusive choices at every stage of a project.
That’s where the Lionesses HERe to Play Fund comes in.
What is the purpose of the Lionesses HERe to Play Fund?
The fund aims to elevate the experience of women and girls in football by creating inclusive, welcoming, and high-quality environments that support female participation at every level.
How much funding is available per application?
Applicants can apply for up to £25,000 with 75% funded by the Football Foundation and 25% match funding required from the applicant.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- Not-for-profit football clubs or voluntary groups
- Local Authorities
- County FAs
- Professional Club Community Organisations
- Educational establishments providing community access
- Registered charities
- Not-for-profit companies
- CICs or social enterprises
- Companies limited by guarantee
There’s a handy FAQs and everything you need to know about the funding opportunity on the FA foundation website here – https://footballfoundation.org.uk/grant/lionesses-here-to-play-fund
