There are two funding models available to clubs for the 2026/27 season: the Club Investment Fund and Developing Club Investment Programme.
The Club Investment Fund for season 2026/27 continues to build on the framework introduced last season. To ensure consistency and continuity for clubs, there are minimal changes to the fund criteria but a few changes to the investment levels. As in previous seasons, the core purpose of the fund remains to reward and support team participation and all funding criteria within the investment fund will continue to be linked to team participation.
The Club Investment Fund and Developing Club Investment Programme criteria is designed to support clubs with minimum standards of club development and governance, safeguarding and player welfare, among other standards. Clubs meeting these criteria and who have returned a signed copy of the acceptance form will be eligible for funding.
Should you have any queries regarding the two funds then please reach out to your Regional Contact.
