Grants for sports events
Are you organising a sports-related event in the City of Leeuwarden? Such as a rowing event or running race. If so, you can apply for a sports events grant.
Are you unwilling or unable to apply online?
Download and complete the application form for sports events grants (PDF, 660.89 KB) (opens in new tab). Send the form by post to the City of Leeuwarden. You can also hand it in at the Town Hall.
What are the conditions
- There must be rules of play and/or a competition.
- Physical fitness and exercise are key.
- The sports event can be visited by anyone interested.
- At least 15 participants will take part in the sports event.
What should you attach to your application
- An activity plan. Describe the reason, objective and motivation of the event.
- The budget.
By when must we have received your application
The application and attachments must be received by us no later than 8 weeks before the start of the event.
Grant amount
You can apply for a maximum grant of € 2,000 per sports event.
Status of the grant application
Do you want to see the grant application you have submitted? This can be done via the grant portal (opens in new tab).
Grant for a sport and exercise initiative
In addition to the sports events grant, there is also a grant for sport and exercise initiatives. Do you have an idea or an initiative to get more people to exercise? In that case, you can apply for a grant on behalf of a foundation, association or civil organisation. For more information, go to the Grant for a sport and exercise initiative page.
Laws and regulations
The following regulations can be found on the website Overheid.nl (local) (opens in new tab):
- Sports events grant scheme 2026.
- General Grant Ordinance of the City of Leeuwarden 2025.
Questions
Contact the City of Leeuwarden.
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Are you unwilling or unable to apply online?
Download and complete the application form for sports events grants (PDF, 660.89 KB) (opens in new tab). Send the form by post to the City of Leeuwarden. You can also hand it in at the Town Hall.
What are the conditions
- There must be rules of play and/or a competition.
- Physical fitness and exercise are key.
- The sports event can be visited by anyone interested.
- At least 15 participants will take part in the sports event.
What should you attach to your application
- An activity plan. Describe the reason, objective and motivation of the event.
- The budget.
By when must we have received your application
The application and attachments must be received by us no later than 8 weeks before the start of the event.
Grant amount
You can apply for a maximum grant of € 2,000 per sports event.
Status of the grant application
Do you want to see the grant application you have submitted? This can be done via the grant portal (opens in new tab).
Grant for a sport and exercise initiative
In addition to the sports events grant, there is also a grant for sport and exercise initiatives. Do you have an idea or an initiative to get more people to exercise? In that case, you can apply for a grant on behalf of a foundation, association or civil organisation. For more information, go to the Grant for a sport and exercise initiative page.
Laws and regulations
The following regulations can be found on the website Overheid.nl (local) (opens in new tab):
- Sports events grant scheme 2026.
- General Grant Ordinance of the City of Leeuwarden 2025.
Questions
Contact the City of Leeuwarden.