Men's Health Week 2026 | Grant Criteria - Waterford Sports Partnership, Ireland

Grant Criteria

Programmes must consist of weekly physical activity sessions for men and/or boys over a four-week period.
All programmes must begin during Men’s Health Week (15th–21st June 2026) and conclude no later than Sunday 12th July 2026.
The maximum grant available is €500 per club/organisation.
100% of approved funding (€500) will be paid upfront to the club’s bank account on receipt of the following Compliance Documentation:
- Signed WSP Partner Agreement
- Complete New Supplier Set-Up Form
Agreements must be in the name of the club/organisation, not an individual.
Payments will be made to the club bank account only.
Clubs/organisations that have already received funding from WSP during 2026 are not eligible to apply.

Programme Delivery & Support

Successful clubs must agree to partner with a WSP Sports Development Officer (SDO) for programme support, monitoring, and follow-up.
An SDO may attend or visit the programme, including the final session.
Programmes must:

Be delivered by appropriately qualified personnel

- Be covered by relevant club insurance
- Promote inclusive and welcoming environments for men and boys of all ages and abilities
- Be free of charge

Applications must clearly demonstrate how the programme will:

Encourage and support new participant recruitment
Provide a clear and sustainable pathway for participants to continue their involvement in the club beyond the four-week programme

Priority will be given to programmes that demonstrate a proactive, club-led approach to recruiting and retaining new participants.

Who Can Apply?

Sports clubs affiliated to a Sport Ireland–recognised National Governing Body, based in Waterford City or County, that have not received funding from WSP in 2026.

Who Cannot Apply?

Individuals
Commercial organisations
Private facility owners
National or regional governing bodies
For-profit groups
Sports clubs not affiliated to a Sport Ireland–recognised National Governing Body
Sports clubs outside Waterford City or County
Clubs/organisations that have already received WSP funding in 2026

Eligible Costs

✔ Sports Equipment specific to the activity
✔ Hire of coach/exercise professional
✔ Venue hire (where applicable)
✔ Promotion and marketing materials
✔ Training directly related to programme delivery

Ineligible Costs

✖ Team jerseys or clothing
✖ Annual club operational costs
✖ Insurance fees
✖ Capital or infrastructure expenditure
✖ Cameras, audio systems, speakers
✖ Hospitality costs (bars/restaurants)

Promotion & Branding

All programmes must be promoted by the club/organisation.
Waterford Sports Partnership (WSP) must be acknowledged on all promotional material related to the programme and in any media promotions engaged in by the club/organisation.
Successful applicants will be provided with the official WSP logo and/or approved wording, which must be used on all digital, print, online and social media promotion.
Clubs must ensure that all promotional material complies with WSP branding guidelines for the duration of the programme.
Successful applicants must also comply with WSP publicity requests, including the provision of photos, participant quotes, and support for media promotion.

Reporting & Accountability

Successful applicants must submit a post-programme report by Monday 20th July 2026, including:
- Participant numbers
- Feedback and participant quotes
- Learnings and outcomes
- Confirmation of agreement to provide 1-month and 3-month follow-up participation data
Successful applicants must submit copies of invoices and relevant receipts confirming payment totalling the €500 grant allocation by Monday 20^th July 2026.
Failure to submit the required report and receipts will result in the club being ineligible for future WSP grant schemes.

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