SUPPORT

The aim of the 'Seeds for Sport' programme is to demonstrate that sports organisations working with severely limited resources can create revenue by utilising existing skills within their community. This initiative aims to provide employment and development opportunities in low socio-economic areas in addition to safeguarding the future of community sport where it is needed the most.

Through this programme, we engage sports organisations who are operating with minimal resources and undertake a qualification process to understand their mission, operating model, business plan and obstacles to success. Successful candidates will qualify for a seed loan toward their small business initiative, the profits from which will need to be invested into community sports provision. Upon achieving a pre-agreed level of profit, the initial seed investment will be returned and used for the next qualified project.

Profits realised from Sport for Africa funded start-ups will be used to provide coached sport sessions, facilitate the purchase of sports equipment, cover the cost of food, water & transport for participants, safeguard land to prevent the sale of playing fields for housing and allow personal development opportunities for coaches.

The Seeds for Sport pilot commenced in October 2019 and is wholly enabled by funds raised by the Run the Thames challenge and generous personal contributions made by friends of Sport for Africa.

Volunteer to work alongside our Sport for Development organisations and allow them to benefit from your experience by coaching or supporting them in an area where they have a knowledge or skill gap. At the same time, gain new skills and perspective by experiencing a different culture.