Foundation

Foundation Round 3 closed on 30th September 2024.      

Funding Overview

Facilitating access to and opportunities through sport and physical activity. 

Funding is available for not-for-profit organisations that run sports and physical activity programmes for children and young people in London.  

Foundation aims to ensure fairer access to sport and physical activity and create positive outcomes for young people through sport.  

This funding round aims to support children and young people from low-income families. 

  • Grants of up to £40,000 on offer for a maximum of two years 

  • Funding should support organisations to expand or adapt services, or to avoid a reduction in service delivery 
  • Funding can be used for project costs, core organisational costs, or both   
  • Funding is aimed at community groups and organisations trusted by underserved children and young Londoners   
  • Organisations with an income of less than £500k are eligible   

Round 3 Applications

How to Apply

You can find more details about our priorities and how to apply in the fund guidelines and FAQs.  

You will need to complete an online application form and project model. Select ‘Apply Now’ to start your application.

Fund Information Session

For more information, take a look at the recording of our recent information session, and download a copy of the presentation.

Application Journey

Step One – Foundation Round 3 Launch
2 September 2024
Step Two – Deadline to submit application
5:00 PM 30 September 2024
Step Three – Shortlisted applicants invited to a call with Go! London team representatives and budget template to be provided
Questions will be shared before the call
15 October 2024
Step Four – Unsuccessful applicants notified
16-18 October 2024
Step Five – Deadline for shortlisted applicants to submit budget template
21 October 2024
Step Six – Shortlisted applicants attend assessment call
24-31 October 2024
Step Seven – Final decisions communicated
19-21 November 2024

Need some help? 

If you’re looking for help with applying for funding, please read our application guidance. Not found what you’re looking for? Please contact us with your question by emailing GoLondon@rocketsciencelab.co.uk or calling 0203 291 3021 during office hours. 

To find out more about the Go! London partners, take a look at the About Go! London page. If you’re a funder interested in joining the partnership, please contact us for more information: golondon@london.gov.uk 

Accessibility and application support 


We want the application process to work for you. If you have accessibility requirements which mean you will be unable to complete the application form, please tell us about your needs by emailing accessibility@rocketsciencelab.co.uk or calling 0203 291 3021 during office hours. We accept video and phone applications and do our best to accomodate other needs where possible.