We fund your project.

We provide financial support to small, grassroots non-profit organisations running deserving projects that deliver Outdoor Activity Days in local communities effectively breaking down barriers to outdoor access.

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Financial support for your Outdoor Activity Days project.

Through our grants programme you can receive up to €5000 to deliver physical actvity in nature as well as request gear and other support to break down the barriers to outdoor activity.

Max. €5.000
+ gear and support request

The next call for projects ends on 29 February 2024.

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Why Outdoor Activity Days?

The key benefits of streamlining our activation efforts through Outdoor Activity Days are:

To maximise our impact beyond activation by funding inclusive and responsible activation
To set a quality standard for funded projects
To set a transparent performance indicator
To serve as a tangible currency for donations and membership contributions

The next call for projects is still to be announced.

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Who can apply with what kind of projects?

Any not-for-profit organisation from within the European geographical area can apply to receive funding. Besides the eligibility criteria set out in the terms and conditions, certain minimum requirements apply to each Outdoor Activity Day delivered:

See the full requirements in our FAQ →

The next call for projects is still to be announced.

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Who decides?

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted by an independent Grant Selection Committee. The shortlist is scored by the It’s Great Out There Coalition members. Applications having the highest combined Committee and member score will be allocated funding until the budget for the referencing period has been spent.

Matchmaking

We try to bring our members and their favourite grant projects as close together as possible, so that they can jointly benefit from closer collaboration:

  • Increased visibility on both sides;
  • Meeting gear needs;
  • Potential prolonged collaboration;
How it works

Step by step

1
Application
Email Announcement →
2
Announcement & Exchange
First 80% funding →
3
Implementation
Final 20% funding received →
4
Reporting

The next call for projects ends on 29 February 2024.

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Get inspired. Browse funded projects

Since 2017 the Coalition has supported 44 projects.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the IGOT Grants programme.

What is the IGOT Grants programme?
Through our grants programme you can receive up to €5.000 to deliver physical activity in nature, as well as request gear and other support to break down the barriers to outdoor activity. We provide financial support to small, grassroots non-profit organisations running deserving projects that deliver Outdoor Activity Days in local communities effectively breaking down barriers to outdoor access.
Who can apply for a grant?
Any not-for-profit organisation from within the European geographical area can apply to receive funding, subject to the eligibility criteria set out in the terms and conditions.
What are the requirements for an Outdoor Activity Day?
Certain minimum requirements apply to each Outdoor Activity Day delivered:
Each day focuses on activating primarily inactive people.
Each day includes at least 150 minutes of outdoors physical activity.
Each day provides a safe environment guaranteed by outdoor professionals.
Each day is delivered inclusively, sustainably and responsibly.
Each day includes an environmental education element.
Why does IGOT fund Outdoor Activity Days specifically?
Streamlining our activation efforts through Outdoor Activity Days lets us maximise our impact beyond activation by funding inclusive and responsible activation, set a quality standard for funded projects, set a transparent performance indicator, and serve as a tangible currency for donations and membership contributions.
Who decides which projects get funded?
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted by an independent Grant Selection Committee. The shortlist is then scored by the It’s Great Out There Coalition members, and applications with the highest combined Committee and member score are allocated funding until the budget for the referencing period has been spent. Where possible, we also try to match our members with their favourite grant projects: increased visibility on both sides, meeting gear needs, and potential for prolonged collaboration.
What’s the step-by-step process after I apply?
1. Application. 2. Announcement & Exchange, triggered by an email announcement. 3. Implementation, once the first 80% of funding has been received. 4. Reporting, after the final 20% of funding is received.
When is the next call for projects?
The next call for projects is still to be announced. Subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know when applications open.
What impact has the Grants programme had so far?
Since 2017, IGOT Coalition collaborated with 50+ brands to deliver 8,379 Outdoor Activity Days, supporting 46 projects, activating 7,154 people, and investing €130,523.
Can I see examples of funded projects?
Yes — since 2017 the Coalition has supported 44 projects. Browse funded projects to get inspired before you apply.