Sport Wales and Crowdfunder are proud to announce that together, they have helped community sports clubs in Wales raise over £1 million to support vital off-field improvements and facility enhancements across the region.
Driving grassroots sports forward
Through the A Place for Sport initiative, Sport Wales provides up to £15,000 in match‑funding to to help community organisations crowdfunding for capital (building or refurbishment) works that will enhance spaces within their local area.
A powerful impact: funds and stories that matter
Since launching, the A Place for Sport fund has enabled community clubs to deliver meaningful upgrades and inclusive improvements—supporting projects such as refurbished clubhouses, upgraded access ramps, and essential facilities maintenance.
Real-world club successes
Penallta RFC raised nearly £18,000, including an additional £4,500 in match-funding, to resurface its clubhouse patio, add picnic benches, and improve accessibility with a new disabled ramp.
Newport Cricket Club replaced its aging pitch roller through crowdfunding, raised over £15,000 and received £6,000 in match-funding. The project not only improved the turf but also enabled the club to expand junior and inclusive programming.
Building the future of community sport
The A Place for Sport initiative is more than just funding, it’s a vehicle for community engagement and capacity-building. Participating clubs benefit from Crowdfunder’s coaching, webinars, and support services throughout the campaign process.This model encourages clubs to deepen community ties and deliver inclusive improvements that sustain local sport for generations to come.
Driving grassroots sports forward
Through the A Place for Sport initiative, Sport Wales provides up to £15,000 in match‑funding to to help community organisations crowdfunding for capital (building or refurbishment) works that will enhance spaces within their local area.
A powerful impact: funds and stories that matter
Since launching, the A Place for Sport fund has enabled community clubs to deliver meaningful upgrades and inclusive improvements—supporting projects such as refurbished clubhouses, upgraded access ramps, and essential facilities maintenance.
Real-world club successes
Penallta RFC raised nearly £18,000, including an additional £4,500 in match-funding, to resurface its clubhouse patio, add picnic benches, and improve accessibility with a new disabled ramp.
Newport Cricket Club replaced its aging pitch roller through crowdfunding, raised over £15,000 and received £6,000 in match-funding. The project not only improved the turf but also enabled the club to expand junior and inclusive programming.
Building the future of community sport
The A Place for Sport initiative is more than just funding, it’s a vehicle for community engagement and capacity-building. Participating clubs benefit from Crowdfunder’s coaching, webinars, and support services throughout the campaign process.This model encourages clubs to deepen community ties and deliver inclusive improvements that sustain local sport for generations to come.
“We’re thrilled with how our partnership with Crowdfunder is amplifying our funding several times over to improve the all-round experience of grassroots sport in Wales. Sports clubs that have gone through the crowdfunding process have also benefited from learning a lot of skills related to fundraising and community engagement which will set them up for future success.”
Owen Hathway, Sport Wales’ Assistant Director for Insight, Policy and Public Affairs
“We're proud to have empowered community sports clubs throughout Wales to not only reach their funding goals, but to build stronger bonds within their communities.”
Graeme Roy, Head of Partnerships, Crowdfunder
About Sport Wales
Sport Wales is the national organisation responsible for developing and promoting sport and physical activity in Wales. It distributes National Lottery and public funds to support both grassroots and high-performance sports across the nation.
About Crowdfunder
Crowdfunder is the UK’s leading crowdfunding platform. It empowers communities and organisations to bring their ideas to life through engaging campaigns, expert support, and a commitment to inclusive social impact.
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