FRIENDS OF HOVE
Friends of Hove Charity - Grant Awards
Who they are...
The Friends of Hove Rugby started off as a group of people from Hove Rugby Club who just wanted to help those suffering from hardship at the Club and they have been doing that since 2011. In 2018, they converted the Friends into a Charity and intend to carry on the good work and expand a little. They exist to help bring sport and particularly rugby to all in their area.
Where they operate
Originally, the Friends concentrated all their resources within Hove, but they have widened our wings and now include the surrounding areas as well. They have made grants to members of both Brighton and Shoreham Clubs in addition to Hove. They will consider the whole of Sussex but will prioritise the BN post code.
What they do
The Friends mainly give grants to individuals – adults or kids – who need help. This could be for kit, or to go on tour or similar. They will also help those who have been injured while playing sport for either subsistence or help with medical bills. Finally, they will also consider making grants to organisations (schools and sport clubs in our area) for capital projects.
How to get help
All you need to do is to complete the application form and send it to them. They will turn all forms around within 30 days and usually quicker. If you are a minor then your parent/guardian must complete the form. If they agree to help then they will confirm their offer to you and arrange transfer of the funds. It’s that simple.
Can you help
Of course you can. They are always seeking donations from either regular or occasional donors. Please use the menu links to go to their Regular Donation page or their Occasional Donation page. Many Thanks
Sometimes you can get injured playing the sport you love and the Friends understand this. If you suffer hardship because of lack of earnings or unexpected medical bills, then the Friends will consider making contributions to help.
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Main Categories where we consider Awards
Touring
Touring is an essential part of team sports and sometimes one or more people – kids or adults – just cannot afford the costs. The Friends can help. Make your case and they will always listen.
Kit / Equipment
Often those boots just give up the ghost when you need them most. If you can’t afford a new pair then give the Friends a shout. Also, head guards and other personal items that you may need.
Medical / Subsistence
Sometimes you can get injured playing the sport you love and the Friends understand this. If you suffer hardship because of lack of earnings or unexpected medical bills, then the Friends will consider making contributions to help.
Organisations
Sometimes the Clubs or other organisations that provide sporting facilities also need a little help from the Friends! They will consider grants for capital or other types of projects that provide more sporting facilities for the local people.
Other
They all have a “Significant Other”. This is for a group of items that aren’t as definable. But if you have a need then give them a call or make an application. They might just say “Yes”.
