Bringing the Games Closer

Bringing the Games Closer is an exciting project developed by Northumberland Sport to bring the spirit and excitement of the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games closer to Northumberland by;

Supporting young talented sports people (Grants towards training & competition expenses of up to £150 available)
Encouraging more young people into coaching (Coaching Bursaries up to £400 available)
Developing more Young Leaders (Nationally recognised Leadership qualifications provided)

For further information including how this project has been officially recognised by the London 2012 Inspire Programme and application information, please visit the pages listed below.

Talented Athlete Grant Scheme 24th July 2011
	The Talented Athlete Grant Scheme is a small grant scheme for talented sports people aged 11 to 19 from Northumberland. The scheme makes additional provision for talented athletes from families in ... read more...
Young Coach Bursary Scheme 24th July 2011
	The Young Coach Bursary Scheme is a small grant scheme to support young people aged 16-25 years to get on the coaching ladder. The scheme makes additional provision for young people from families ... read more...
Developing Young Leaders 24th July 2011
	As part of the legacy for the county, Northumberland Sport are committed to developing highly motivated, well trained, better qualified young leaders aged between 16-25 years. read more...
Inpsire Programme 11th May 2011
	London 2012 will be one of the most far-reaching events in the world and communities across the UK will be able to get involved thanks to the Inspire Programme. read more...