Sports clubs and community groups across the Falkirk area have until June 30 to apply for small grants to help more children and young people try new activities this summer.

The Summer of Sport Micro Grant Fund offers grants of up to £500 to support free or low-cost sport and physical activity for young people aged three to 26.

A total of £7500 is available through the fund as part of Falkirk’s wider Summer of Sport programme, with activity supported between June and August 2026.

Applications are open to local sports clubs, community sport organisations, charities and constituted voluntary groups delivering sport in the Falkirk Council area.

Local groups can still apply for funding up to June 30 (Picture: Submitted)

placeholder image — Local groups can still apply for funding up to June 30 (Picture: Submitted)

Micro grants can help cover practical costs including equipment, venue hire, coaching, transport, volunteer training and volunteer expenses.

Funding can also support free or subsidised summer activity such as sessions, camps, festivals, taster activities and targeted work with young people who may face barriers to taking part.

Depute leader of Falkirk Council Paul Garner said: “Local clubs are at the heart of sport in our communities. They give children and young people the chance to take part, learn new skills, meet other people and build confidence.

“These small grants are a practical way to help clubs open up more opportunities over the summer, especially where cost, transport or lack of equipment might stop young people getting involved.

“We want this funding to support summer activity but also help clubs make lasting connections with families and young people across Falkirk.

Visit the website for more information on how to apply.