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Network Activity Project Funding Applications NOW OPEN!

Applications for the Network Activity Project Funding are now Open

As of today Monday 17th February 2025, ActiveWestminster Network partners are invited to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £2000.

This funding can be used to support a new or to upscale an existing health and wellbeing physical activity community project. 

Submission Deadline: Sunday 16th March 2025 at midnight 

Project Delivery Timeframe: April 2025 – March 2026

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

Network Funding NOW open FBX web 2025

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

Champions of the Future Programme 2025 – Applications NOW OPEN!

Champions of the Future Programme 2025 - Applications NOW OPEN!

This one is for all you talented athletes in Westminster! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity brought to by Westminster City Council, Everyone Active, London Sports Trust and Kings College London. 

Elevate your training and development to the next level!

The ActiveWestminster Champions of the Future programme gives Westminster’s gifted and talented athletes an opportunity to access financial support and mentoring to help with training and development.

How to apply

The window for applications is now open until Monday 11th March 2025. 

To be considered for the Champions of the Future programme, you must first make an application for the Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions programme. 

Visit Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions website 

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Qualifying Criteria

Athletes accepted on to the scheme are selected based on their sporting success and the level at which they compete.

To be considered for the programme applicants must:
  • Live, study or work in Westminster
  • Be registered with a National Governing Body affiliated club

and either:

  • Be ranked in the top 20 at a regional competition in the current year (2024 – 2025), or
  • Be a member of a regional squad (age band to senior) with regional squad results in the current championship year (2024 – 2025).
For more information about the process, the benefits and how the Champions of the Future application is linked to the Everyone Active Sporting Champions programme visit our dedicated page by clicking the button below. 
 

Introducing the New ActiveWestminster Strategy 2024-2028

Introducing the New ActiveWestminster Strategy 2024-2028

We’re excited to announce the launch of the ActiveWestminster Strategy 2024-2028! This forward-thinking plan is designed to transform how physical activity, leisure, and sport are integrated into daily life across Westminster. Building on the successes of previous strategies, this updated vision focuses on inclusivity, accessibility, and community wellbeing.

Using the ‘Move for Life!’ framework, the strategy outlines three core themes of delivery:

  1. Active Lives: Encourage more residents to engage in regular physical activity by offering tailored programmes that focus on targeting different needs and abilities.
  2. Active Neighbourhoods: Create vibrant local environments with parks and open spaces, safe streets, and community-led initiatives that inspire movement and connection.
  3. Active City: capitalising on Westminster’s top-class facilities and meaningful partnerships to make physical activity a central part of its identity.

Why This Matters:

Westminster faces unique challenges, such as high rates of inactivity and childhood obesity. The strategy emphasises reducing health disparities, promoting sustainability through active travel, and fostering strong community networks. It also supports programs like Active Streets, which repurpose residential areas for play and active lifestyles, and Active Lives for All, ensuring no one is left behind.

With this strategy, Westminster aims to create a healthier, happier city where everyone has the opportunity to thrive through movement and physical activity.

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For more details, visit the ActiveWestminster Strategy page by following the link below.

Celebrating the Winners of the ActiveWestminster Awards 2024

Celebrating the Winners of the ActiveWestminster Awards 2024

The 15th edition of the ActiveWestminster Awards shone a spotlight on the incredible individuals, clubs, and organisations that make Westminster an active, inclusive, and vibrant community. Held at the historic Porchester Hall on Friday November 15, the event recognised the inspiring efforts that bring physical activity, leisure, and sport to the heart of our community.
 
The winners of the 2024 Active Westminster Awards are:
 
Thanks also to our wonderful host Qasa Alom https://qasaalom.co.uk/ and special guest Oliver Lam-Watson, Team GB Paralympian.
Also special thanks to Guy Lansiquot (Winner of the Dance Westminster 2024) who performed a fantastic opening dance with professional dancer from Step Change Studio, Georgia.
 
Well done everyone to all the winners and finalists! It was a great inspiring night. 

Highlights of the night of the Awards 2024

ActiveWestminster Awards 2024 – Shortlisted Finalists Announced

The Active Westminster Awards 2024 - Shortlisted Finalists Announced

The ActiveWestminster Awards 2024 recognise those who change lives through their outstanding contribution to physical activity, leisure and sport.

We received over 300 nominations from residents for the awards, only possible thanks to everyone who took the time to recognise the hard work of inspiring people and organisations across Westminster.

The shortlisted finalists have been invited to the awards ceremony taking place on Friday 15 November at Porchester Hall.

This year’s shortlisted finalists

Inclusive Award

Girls Allowed
BikeWorks
Sport for Confidence

Rewarding and Celebrating Diversity Award

Hurdles2Hoop
Cory Kierstead
Park Sports

Change4Life Award

Renegades Netball Club
Park Sports
Girls Allowed

OneYou Award

Fit4Life – AgeUK
Zodiac Arts
Get Connected Fitness Programme – Turning Point

Active Place or Space Award

Sayers Croft London
St John’s Wood Local Nature Reserve
Porchester Centre, Hall and Spa

PE & School Sports Award

St Marys of the Angels
Marylebone Bridge
St Edwards

Club or Coach of the Year Award

Proud Sports
Amy Taalat
Alfie McGivern

Sports Personality of the Year

Edward Marcal Whittles
Niloufar Rezaei
Georgina Steele

The Lord Mayor of Westminster Unsung Hero Award, In memory of Mariam Sabir

Linger Zhou
Sarah Beshir
Anthony Lazare

COUNTDOWN TO THE EVENING OF THE 2025 ACTIVEWESTMINSTER AWARDS

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Good luck to all the finalists and thank you again to everyone who submitted a nomination.

For more information, please visit the main ActiveWestminster Awards page on the Westminster website.

Round 2 of Network Activity Project Funding is Open from Today Monday 29th July 2024

Round 2 of Network Activity Project Funding is Open from Today - Monday 29th July

As of today Monday 29th July ActiveWestminster Network partners are invited to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £1000. This funding can be used to support a new or to upscale an existing health and wellbeing physical activity community project. 

Submission Deadline: Sunday 25th August 2024 at midnight 

Project Delivery Timeframe: October 2024 – March 2025

Network Funding websitetwitter round 2 opening 2024

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding