Football Foundation - Live4Sport

FOOTBALL FOUNDATION GOALPOST GRANT SCHEME

The Football Foundation’s Goalpost Grant Scheme empowers not‑for‑profit grassroots organisations across England to improve their facilities by providing significant financial support for new or replacement goalposts. Funded by The Premier League, The FA, and the UK Government, this scheme ensures that communities have access to safe, compliant, high‑quality equipment for local football activity.

Eligible applicants – such as not‑for‑profit football clubs, voluntary groups, local authorities, county FAs, CICs, registered charities, and educational establishments serving the wider community – may apply for grants covering up to 75% of the cost, capped at fixed maximums per goal size category.

What Equipment is Covered?

The scheme covers a wide range of goalpost formats:

*Grant values are either up to 75 % of actual cost or the fixed cap above, whichever is lower.

This scheme offers a fantastic opportunity to upgrade your club’s facilities with minimal upfront cost. If successful, you could secure up to 75% funding toward compliant goalposts and help your community grow the game in a safe and inclusive environment.

Why Choose Live4Sport for Your Grant-Funded Goalposts

Official Football Foundation Approved Supplier – Live4Sport is listed as a recognised Approved Supplier eligible for Football Foundation grant funding.

Manufactured in Great Britain – We only supply Sabre goalposts that are manufactured in Great Britain to professional standards and undergo independent testing for compliance with safety standards.

Fully Compliant British Safety Standards – All goalposts carry the necessary BS EN 748 and BS EN 16579 safety certification and documentation, making your grant application smoother and more robust.

Extensive Product Range Across all Formats –These include steel socketed, self-weighted aluminium, portable and folding, and to suit 5v5 through adult 11v11 age groups.

High Durability – Products feature heavy‑gauge steel or reinforced aluminium, powder-coated finishes, zinc coated steel fittings, and UV-stable nets—built to last and withstand heavy use.

Expert Support and Price‑match Assurance – We offer competitive pricing and responsive customer service, including guidance through quote selection for your grant application.

Key Eligibility and Standards

Safety Standards – Goalposts must meet British/European safety standards – BS EN 748:2013+A1:2018 or BS EN 16579:2018 – and be installed in accordance with manufacturer instructions.

Usage Criteria – Equipment must be used for regular, organised community football, not private educational-only sessions or ad-hoc play.

Restrictions – Applications are not open to individuals, sole traders, commercial entities, clubs in the professional tiers (e.g. Premier League, EFL, Steps 1–6, Women’s Tiers 1–4, Welsh Premier League), or institutions serving only their own students.

Important Reminders

Never order or purchase goalposts before receiving grant approval—such purchases are ineligible. Only apply once per season unless otherwise agreed with the Foundation. If requesting five or more sets, your application may be referred to a Football Foundation delivery manager for further discussion.

How to Apply via Live4Sport

1. Speak to us and request a Football Foundation compliant quote for your preferred goal size and format.

2. Register and log into the Football Foundation portal, ensuring your organisation, site, and at least two Key Officers (Chair, Secretary, Treasurer) are verified.

3. Submit your application including project description (up to 2,000 characters), goalpost details, quantity, quotes, price and VAT breakdown.

4. Wait for decision – usually within 5–10 working days – then, if approved, contact Live4Sport to arrange payment of your deposit.

5. The Football Foundation will pay the remaining grant amount (up to 75 %) directly to Live4Sport — no reimbursement required from you.