SportsAid

SportsAid is the charity for sports people, helping the next generation of British sporting talent to succeed.

SportsAid recognise and financially support young athletes all over the country and have enjoyed doing so since 1976.

SportsAid not only provides financial support but it also provides recognition, acknowledging that these young athletes have a special ability and with support and encouragement, they could go on to achieve their full potential.

Rewarding and helping young talent

SportsAid provides grants to youngsters aged around 12 to 18, from approx 50 sports including disability disciplines. These athletes compete at national level and grants from SportsAid, worth between £500 - £1000, help with costs such as travel, training, accommodation, competition fees and equipment.

SportsAid works closely with the National Governing Bodies (NGB’s) who identify promising athletes. It also manages the Government-backed Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS), helping talented sports people balance academic life and performance sport.

Sharing success

SportsAid develops partnerships with companies, individuals, the public sector and other grant-giving trusts to fund these talented sports people. To learn more about our current supporters please visit Sports Aid website supporters section

Since 1976, SportsAid has distributed over £30 million and now gives between 2,000 - 3,000 grants per year.

Those who have benefited from SportsAid's help at the start of their careers include an array of British medallists such as Sir Steve Redgrave, Sir Matthew Pinsent, Dame Kelly Holmes, Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson, Amir Khan, Victoria Pendelton and Denise Lewis.
For more information visit: www.sportsaid.org.uk