Norfolk Superhero Fund
The Norfolk Superhero is a charity quadrathlon for those who relish an endurance challenge. Participants take part in teams of two and together cover a course that includes a 1 mile swim, a 4 mile kayak through the creeks, a 45 mile circular cycle route and an 8 mile run across the beach finishing back at Burnham Overy Staithe.
The money raised from this epic challenge will enable new and life changing opportunities for children and young people in Norfolk. Funding activities to get them moving, with the goal of creating the stepping stones towards lifelong healthy lifestyles, while also building confidence and skills.
This is the first year of a three year partnership between Norfolk Superhero and Norfolk Community Foundation.
What is the Norfolk Superhero Fund all about?
Grants of up to £7,000 are available to support Norfolk-based children and young people up to 18 (or up to and including those aged 25 with SEND) who may otherwise experience barriers to sports, outdoor activities and active hobbies by:
- Pursuing ‘outdoor’ and ‘adventure’ opportunities, that broaden their horizons (including residential / away day activities).
- Participating in indoor physical activity which improves health and wellbeing.
- Pursuing their sporting ambitions and realising their full sporting potential.
- Gaining new and positive learning experiences, hobbies, and interests through physical activity.
- Ensuring activities are accessible and widening participation for young people.
This funding may be right for you if:
- You are either a voluntary, charity or social enterprise organisation working with young people, a sports/activity club (with a charitable purpose), or a uniformed organisation such as Scouts.
- You are a charitable organisation which has a clear track record in delivering a range of charitable, voluntary and community activities where Norfolk is the primary area of benefit.
- You can highlight how you are reaching or plan to reach young people who would otherwise be missing out on the opportunity. Priority will go to projects seeking to widen participation for communities experiencing inequalities, such as young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), living in communities with high levels of poverty, young carers, young people in care or who are care experienced.
- You are seeking project delivery costs. Requests can include activity costs, transport, equipment to aid in the delivery of activities, membership, essential kit, volunteer expenses and training/ qualifications, training opportunities for young people. The project duration can be anything from an away day or residential, to a more regular activity.
- You embody the ‘Spirit of the Superhero’: teamwork, communication, respecting your environment, embracing inclusivity, rising to challenges and building resilience.
- You are willing to contribute to an evaluation process.
Unfortunately, there are a few things that can’t be funded. This funding is not right for you if:
- You are a school.
- You want to fund a building / refurbishment project, or other permanent changes or repairs to premises.
- You want to fund qualifications / training for private sports coaches.
What else do I need to know?
When to apply
The deadline for submission of applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 16th July. We expect to confirm funding decisions by the end of September.
How to apply
All applicants should check that they meet NCF’s eligibility criteria. Groups are advised to look at the Guidance for Safeguarding, we have specific guidance on expectations for those who adopt a safeguarding policy from a national governing body.
Please use the ‘Apply online’ link below to begin an online application.
Funding Available
Grants of up to £7,000 are available and must be spent within 12 months of the award.
Organisations may apply to receive a larger grant if they are able to demonstrate a developed activity or offer they would like to explore, or if they will be working in partnership with other VCSE organisations. It is recommended that you contact the Programmes Team before making an application if you are considering applying for over £7,000.
The Norfolk Superhero Challenge is actively raising funds towards this programme.
Call for Applications
Open
Maximum Grant
£7,000
Deadline
16 July 2025 – 12:00pm
Who can apply?
Charity, Faith organisation, Parish/Town Council, Social Enterprise/CIC, and Voluntary/Community Group
Eligible Area
Breckland, Broadland, Great Yarmouth, King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, North Norfolk, Norwich, and South Norfolk
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