Applications are now open for talented young sports men and women from across the UK to apply for a share of a £1 million funding pot, out to help young sporting stars realise their dreams. Talented athletes have until 20th February 2015 to apply for a financial awards of up to £1,250.

The funding is thanks to the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF), the largest independent athlete support programme in the UK, operated by charitable social enterprise, GLL. With 76% of awards going to athletes under the age of 21, the programme works in partnership with sport national governing bodies through the national charity SportsAid to support the next generation of sporting talent.

To find out more click here; http://www.gllsportfoundation.org/

Please note this is specific to certain areas of the country.