Sports Activities Subsidy

If you organize sports activities or events, you can apply for a sports activities subsidy (sportactiviteitensubsidie) from your municipality or province. This funding supports projects that encourage physical activity, including urban sports initiatives, community sports programmes, and innovative sports projects.

To apply, you submit a plan describing your activity or project along with a budget. The municipality or province evaluates your application based on their local subsidy regulations. Each municipality has its own criteria and application periods, so check your local government website for details on eligibility and deadlines.

Requirements

  • Project plan: A detailed plan with objectives, activities, target group, and budget
  • Target group: The activity must focus on promoting sports and physical activity in the community
  • Innovation: Preferably innovative or urban sports activities that reach new target groups
  • Budget: A balanced budget stating own contribution and any other sources of funding

Procedure

  • Submit application: Submit a subsidy application to the municipality or province with the project plan and budget
  • Assessment: The government assesses whether the project meets the subsidy criteria
  • Decision: If granted, the applicant receives a subsidy decision with conditions
  • Accountability: After completion, the applicant must account for the spending and results