Many disc golf projects in England rely on small grants, local authority support, or sponsorship. Funding has been used to install new courses, upgrade baskets and tee pads, run junior programmes, and introduce disc golf to schools and community groups.
This page highlights known funding opportunities and guidance that may help clubs prepare stronger applications.
PDGA Europe Competition Grant Program
https://www.pdga.com/europe/competition-grant
This grant supports Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) sanctioned events that help grow participation across Europe.
PDGA Europe has confirmed that the United Kingdom is eligible to apply for these grants.
Funding is aimed particularly at events focused on divisions that are under-represented, including:
- Women
- Juniors
- Masters
It can also support events with international participation or help major national competitions reach a higher standard.
Applications must be submitted at least 14 days before the event date. Successful applicants must provide a short report and promotional material after the event.
PDGA Europe Disc Golf Development Grant Program
https://www.pdga.com/europe/disc-golf-development-grant-program
This programme supports development projects that grow disc golf participation, including:
- New course installations
- Improvements to existing courses
- School or junior programmes
- Community introduction programmes
- Projects encouraging participation from under-represented groups
Applications can be submitted at any time. Funding may be awarded to national associations, clubs, or individual PDGA members working on eligible projects.
Any equipment purchased through the grant must become the property of a not-for-profit club or association.
Landfill Communities Fund (LCF)
The Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) supports community and environmental projects located close to landfill sites. Funding is distributed through a range of independent funders who each operate their own eligibility criteria.
Projects typically need to be located within 10 miles of a landfill site to qualify.
Disc golf projects that improve community spaces, outdoor recreation areas, or local green spaces may be eligible depending on the funder’s criteria.
Use the tool below to search for funders operating in your area and to locate nearby landfill sites.
Find a funder:
https://www.entrust.org.uk/
Sport England – Movement Fund
Sport England invests National Lottery and government funding to help more people take part in sport and physical activity across England.
One of the most relevant opportunities for disc golf clubs is the Movement Fund, which provides grants of up to £15,000 for community projects that help people become more active.
Projects are prioritised if they support people who face barriers to physical activity or help reduce inequalities in sport.
Examples of projects that may be eligible include:
- Introducing disc golf in communities with limited access to sport
- Junior or school programmes
- Community participation initiatives
- Equipment and infrastructure that helps more people play
Find out more about Sport England funding:
https://www.sportengland.org/funding-and-campaigns/our-funding
National Lottery Community Funding
The National Lottery funds thousands of community projects across the UK through a range of grant programmes.
Funding is available for projects in sport, health, community development, environment, education and heritage.
Community sports clubs and volunteer organisations may be able to access funding for projects that:
- Improve community participation in sport
- Develop new activities or programmes
- Improve facilities or equipment
- Support wellbeing and community engagement
Grant sizes vary widely depending on the programme. Smaller community grants may start from a few hundred pounds, while larger projects may receive significantly higher levels of support.
Search available funding opportunities:
https://www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/funding
Sharing successful examples
If your club has secured funding for a course, event, or development project, the EDGA would like to share examples to help other clubs learn from successful applications.
Please send details through the Contact page or the EDGA Facebook page.