WEBINAR QUESTIONS – OTHER

When will the application forms to apply for funding be available?

is there a deadline for applications?

The application form will be live from mid-April 2023.

There is no deadline for applications. However, the sooner the better as it is not an unlimited budget.

If I apply for Fund, can I still use my pitch for our annual gala and other events?

Yes, potentially. When you are completing your PitchPower inspection, please detail what events you have on the pitches and the GMA will provide recommendations based on the usage. We would not support those pitches/sites which would be negatively impacted by usage as this would not be an effective use of investment.

What happens if you don't maintain your pitches over ten years?

They're likely to regress and therefore lead to a poor experience for those using them. The plan is to get the pitches to a good standard and maintain them there. It costs more money to improve the pitches to a good standard than to keep them at good which is why we fund the first couple of years at 100% - to support the applicant improve the pitches before they need to start contributing financially to the project.

Where can I access all the template agreement documents?

These can all be found on the Foundation’s website here: Football Foundation | Grass Pitch Improvement