Funding Applications open

 The Global Sport Impact Fund (GSIF) offers €500,000 – €5 million for large-scale, sustainable sports development projects. Applications close on 30 September 2025.

GSIF is led by an international coalition of development finance institutions and global partners, committed to using sport as a driver of sustainable development. The fund blends concessional debt, guarantees, and technical assistance to de-risk projects and move beyond grant dependency.

 South Africa is explicitly listed as an eligible country. GSIF’s focus aligns with the government’s priorities in:

• Expanding sports infrastructure (community gyms, play parks, school sport programmes)
• Supporting youth development and transformation
• Building sustainable financing models for the sector

1. Community Sports Infrastructure – Facilities that are at least partially open to the public
2. Human Capital Development – Academies, vocational training, and workforce development
3. Multifunctional Sport & Wellness Complexes – Hubs linking sport with broader community services
4. Community-Based Programmes – Grassroots initiatives for youth and social transformation

• €500k – €1.5M: Pilot projects or targeted expansions
• €1.5M – €5M: Infrastructure-heavy or larger interventions

• Revenue-generating model (not grant-only)
• Co-financing contribution
• Debt financing eligibility (no equity)
• Proof of readiness (governance, feasibility, compliance)

• Public Authorities: Municipalities, provincial agencies, SOEs
• Civil Society Organisations: NGOs, foundations, community groups
• Sport Federations & Olympic Committees: Non-profit structures
• Social Enterprises: Serving the public interest with strong governance

Preference goes to locally registered organisations with community ownership.

• Submit online by 30 September 2025 (English, French, or Spanish)
• One application per organisation; no edits after submission
• Evaluation based on strategic fit, readiness, impact, financial sustainability, and risk profile