A Place for Sport - Crowdfunder

What is A Place for Sport?

A Place for Sport is a fund by Sport Wales. It helps sports clubs raise money through Crowdfunder to improve their facilities.

If your club starts a fundraising page on Crowdfunder, Sport Wales could support up to 60% of your target up to a maximum of £15,000.

What is Crowdfunder?

Crowdfunder is a website where people donate money to support good causes. You can create a fundraising page for your club and share it with your members and local community.

To encourage people to donate, you can offer rewards, like:

• Club hats or t-shirts
• Advertising boards or sponsorship
• Free entry or a free drink
• Free or discounted prices at local businesses

What can you raise money for?

You can raise money to improve your club’s facilities or buy ‘off-field’ equipment.

Some examples include:

• Fixing or upgrading changing rooms, toilets, or showers
• Renovating your clubhouse
• Improving kitchen or bar areas
• Adding bike racks or storage
• Making your space more accessible (with ramps or lifts)
• Fixing fences, or adding stands and seating
• Buying scoreboards or video equipment
• Pitch maintenance tools

If you are looking for funding for sports equipment or coaching courses, try the Be Active Wales Fund.

Who can apply?

You can apply if:

• You are a not-for-profit sports club or community group
• Your club is based in Wales, and benefits people living in Wales

See full eligibility details on Crowdfunder.

What do you need to receive money from Sport Wales?

To receive money from Sport Wales, you must:

• Raise at least 25% of your total target.
• Get donations from a minimum number of different supporters. (This number depends on your target.)
• Reach your target total by a set deadline.

Use the Crowdfunder Calculator to see how much you need to raise and how many people need to donate.

How to Apply

Step 1: Fill in the Expression of Interest Form

Tell us about your project by completing the online form.

Step 2: Wait for a Response

We aim to reply within 2 working days.

Step 3: Create your Crowdfunder page

You’ll be invited to create a Crowdfunder page that includes:

• A short description of the project
• A simple video
• Photos
• Rewards for supporters

Step 4: Start fundraising

• Share it in your local community
• Post on social media
• Host events, matches or other activities
• Ask people to donate and spread the word

Here's a handy step-by-step guide to help you apply.

How funding is awarded

Once you meet your agreed funding goal and supporters target, Sport Wales could give:

• 50% of your total – if your project is likely to succeed on Crowdfunder
• 60% of your total – if your project targets under-represented groups or is in a high-deprivation area (based on the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation – WIMD)

Important: You will need to meet all conditions set out by Sport Wales, such as fundraising targets and number of supporters, to receive money from A Place for Sport.

Need help?

We’re here to support you. If you have questions or need help:

Email: [javascript protected email address]
Phone: 0300 300 3102 (Weekdays: 10am – 12:30pm and 1:15pm – 4pm)

If we’re unavailable, you can leave a message or try again later.

Useful links

• Watch the webinar about Holywell Town FC’s A Place for Sport project.
• Visit the Crowdfunder Help Centre online 24/7
• Read the guides on how to create and promote a Crowdfunder project

Fill out the Expression of Interest Form to start your application today