Sports Grants

This page provides information about sports grants available to local residents of Oadby and Wigston.

Coach scholarship scheme

Oadby and Wigston Local Sport Alliance has recognised that the local area needs more level 1 and 2 qualified coaches and has established a small scholarship fund to provide support for sports volunteers or coaches to access National Governing Body level 1 and level 2 coach education awards.

Sports grant scheme for young people

Young people aged 18 and under, competing at county level or above can apply for £100 funding to assist with the cost of sports equipment, training and travelling expenses. Applicants must live or go to school within the borough to be considered.

The photograph on the left was taken during the Oadby and Wigston awards evening at Parklands Leisure Centre.

For more information on the criteria for either scheme or how to apply please use the 'Contact' list on the left hand side of this page.