The ECF Grassroots Fund

The ECF have launched their Grassroots fund and the announcement is on this link: ECF Grassroots Support – English Chess Federation and the prospectus provides details.

John Wickham is the Coordinator for the East of England which comprises 6 counties (Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex) and all applications to the fund are sent to John for approval. In cases where there is a conflict of interest, he has some assistants to whom he can refer. There is £10,000 allocated for the East of England, and John is keen that some initial applications are made for the first round on 1st September.

Individuals, Clubs and Organisations can apply using the application form https://britchess.wufoo.com/forms/ecf-grassroots-chess-initiative/. Please note that John cannot accept applications sent direct to him. Remember to indicate the East of England as your region.

The prospectus outlines the process and give a guide on the types of grants. You will need to justify your application and please ensure you complete all section of the application form as detailed as possible. If accepted you will be asked to provide follow up information on how the project was implemented and what the outcomes were.

If you need to clarify anything, need any advice or guidance then please contact John Wickham.

j.r.wickham@btinternet.com
07808876785