WEBINAR QUESTIONS – ELIGIBLE WORKS

Will you cover pitch levelling and the licences required for the import of soil?

This would depend on the scale. Once you've used PitchPower, we'll be better placed to advise if this is the best fund for you or if another fund would be more appropriate.

Would the funding cover the cost of equipment/machinery?

Purchase of equipment is not eligible via this Fund, but we do have a separate equipment/machinery fund that is available for machinery/equipment recommended within your PitchPower report. You can find out more here: Football Foundation | Grass Pitch Improvement

Can you use the funding to pay for GMA Level 1 courses?

Yes, you can spend the funding on two GMA Level 1 courses. Further information on the GMA Level 1 course can be found here:

(ONLINE) Level 1 Football Grounds Maintenance | Grounds Management Association (thegma.org.uk)

Could the grant be used for drainage issue?

Not if it’s to install drainage or rectify any damage to a drainage system. However, it could be used to make sure that water can access the drainage system through decompaction. The best thing to do would be to use PitchPower and explain the issues you're facing so the GMA can provide the best advice and then we can look at the best fund available to support you.

Is there is any funding to help us create an extra pitch for children?

You can find a full list of the funding available from the Football Foundation on our website, which includes the creation of new grass pitches https://footballfoundation.org.uk/looking-for-funding. Please contact your local County FA to discuss any potential project.