Dickie Bird Foundation Grant

The vision of the Foundation is to assist young people under 16 years of age to participate, to the best of their ability, in the sport of their choice irrespective of their social circumstances, culture or ethnicity and to ensure that, in doing so, they improve their chances both inside and outside sport.

Dickie and the Trustees raise all funds at events supported by volunteers and generous patrons. No money is received from Government or Councils. Therefore, Grants provided by The Foundation are limited to no more than £500 per individual so that we can spread our funds widely to the neediest individuals.

Grants are ONLY payable to disadvantaged children aged under 16 for essential sports equipment and clothing. Travel or coaching are not payable. Payment is for individuals therefore teams/groups should not apply.

The Trustees consider Grants some four times a year. As stated in the Application Form, in order to minimise costs, those who are unsuccessful WILL NOT be advised.

When you are ready to submit your application, review the last few notes on this page and download your application form.

You can apply to the foundation in writing, CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION FORM, complete it and return it to the address below. If you have any queries with regards to the application process or form please contact us.

We advise all applicants to read the below guidelines prior to submitting your application:

• We only accept applications on the Foundation‘s own application form.
• Please give as much detail as possible about references, if possible, include singed reference with your application.
• References should be originals, not copies.
• Check all grant criteria carefully to avoid disappointment.
• Applications must be with us 15 days before the trustees meeting at which they will be considered.
• Applicants must be 16 or under at the time the foundation receives the application.
• Only applications from individuals can be considered.

Once your application form is complete, please send it, with signed references, to:

Grants Officer

The Dickie Bird Foundation

23B Rawson Street

Low Moor

Bradford