Funding for sports clubs

Backing every club

At Funding Unlocked, we believe sports clubs are the heartbeat of local communities — building confidence, connection, and opportunity through every match, session and season. But too often, they’re held back by limited funding. That’s why we’re on a mission to make finance more accessible to clubs, their sponsors, and their suppliers.

“Because when clubs grow, communities grow.”

Whether it’s upgrading facilities, buying new kit, or helping a local business sponsor a team, we provide the funding solutions that help grassroots sport thrive. Because when clubs grow, communities grow with them.

We support all sports — not just the big names.

Athletics

Athletics & Running Clubs

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Cricket

Football

Football

Golf

Golf

Gym

Gym & Strength Training

Martial Arts

Martial Arts & Boxing

Paddleboarding

Paddleboarding & Watersports

Rugby

Rugby

Tennis

Tennis

We help sports clubs thrive

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Asset Finance

Spread the cost of essential purchases, from lighting and seating to video screens, catering equipment, or vehicles, with flexible finance solutions.

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Receivables Finance

Unlock cash tied up in invoices, grants, sponsorship deals, transfer funding, broadcast income, or season ticket sales — so your club can keep moving while you wait to get paid.

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Development Finance

Planning new stands, facilities or clubhouse upgrades? We support larger capital projects with structured funding for growth and expansion.

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POS Finance

We help local businesses fund sponsorships, advertising boards, corporate hospitality, and season ticket packages — making it easier for them to support your club.

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Referral Partnerships

Clubs can earn rewards by referring sponsors, suppliers, or local businesses who need funding — turning community networks into income streams.

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Grant Support

We work with clubs applying for grants to help bridge funding gaps, provide match funding, or support project delivery with complementary finance.

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It’s free to apply and there’s no impact to your credit score!

Sports funding

Who we work with

At Funding Unlocked, we support the full sports ecosystem — not just clubs.

We work with Limited Companies, CICs, charities, and unincorporated clubs across all sports, from football and rugby to golf, paddle-boarding and martial arts. We also partner with local sponsors who want to back their club through advertising or hospitality, and suppliers who provide equipment, seating, lighting, or services to clubs.

Together with community partners and grant funders, we help bring funding within reach.

Why clubs choose us

Clubs choose Funding Unlocked because we make finance simple, fast, and flexible. We offer quick decisions, repayment plans tailored to seasonal income, and no upfront fees. Our funding works alongside grants and match-funding programmes, helping clubs bridge the gap when timing or cash flow is tight. Most importantly, we understand clubs — our friendly, no-jargon approach makes the process easy from day one.

What we can help fund from £10k to £10m

  • Video screens
  • Advertising boards
  • Seating & stands
  • Floodlights & lighting systems
  • Catering & bar equipment
  • Gym & training gear
  • Facility upgrades
  • Vehicles
  • Technology & CRM systems

Point of sale finance

Let your sponsors say yes — we’ll help them fund it.

Clubs rely on local businesses to thrive — but sometimes sponsors need support, too.

We offer finance options to help companies back your club without breaking the bank.

Why it matters

  • More local businesses can afford to support clubs.
  • Clubs unlock income upfront.
  • Sponsors get long-term exposure, funded over time
  • Your club gets paid.
  • They get to give back.
  • Everyone wins.

We can help local businesses finance

  • Corporate season tickets
  • Pitch-side advertising boards
  • Match-day hospitality & box packages
  • Kit sponsorships and event branding
  • In-stadium screens or digital signage

Referral partnerships

Turn your network into a new club revenue stream

Do you know a local business that needs funding — whether they’re a sponsor, supplier, or supporter?

Refer them to Funding Unlocked and your club can earn a commission or entry into our prize draw.

How it works

  1. Fill in our short referral form
  2. We’ll contact the business and offer funding
  3. If they’re funded — you get rewarded

You can refer

  • Current or potential sponsors
  • Local suppliers or contractors
  • Friends of the club who run businesses
  • Other clubs in your league or sport

Contact us

Got a question about funding for your club, your sponsors, or your suppliers? Get in touch — our team is here to help you.