Bradford Council has opened a new capital grant programme to help cultural, sporting, and recreational organisations upgrade their facilities and equipment. The scheme offers grants of £5,000 to £50,000 to groups working across arts, culture, heritage, sport, or recreation within the district.
Cllr Sarah Ferriby, Bradford Council’s Executive Member for Healthy People and Places, said: “Our cultural and sporting organisations are at the heart of what makes Bradford such a vibrant place. This funding is about helping them to thrive. Whether it’s upgrading facilities, expanding what they can offer or reaching more local people, these grants will give groups the boost they need to keep delivering fantastic opportunities for communities across the district.
“We’ve seen through our City of Culture year just how much appetite there is for creativity, participation and coming together. This fund is another step in making sure that legacy continues long into the future.”
The programme is designed to help organisations improve buildings, enhance accessibility, replace outdated equipment, and create more functional spaces that support community activity. The council introduced the fund after a year marked by strong cultural engagement and investment. The aim is to maintain growth across the sector.
