Invitation to tender: Sponsorship and fundraising support
Activity Alliance is seeking a strategic partner, an agency or consultant, to design and deliver an ambitious sponsorship and funding programme that raises our profile, increases our impact, and unlocks sustainable income. This tender is a fantastic opportunity to partner with a national charity and leading voice for disabled people in sports and activities.
Our research shows the wellbeing benefits of physical activity are three to four times greater for disabled people than for non-disabled people and closing the ‘activity gap’ could unlock an estimated £10.9 billion in social value. Together, we can transform lives and create a future where disabled people truly belong in sport and activity.
By partnering with Activity Alliance, sponsors and funders will co-create measurable social impact and gain compelling value propositions that demonstrate their commitment to inclusion.
The appointed partner for this project will create a comprehensive sponsorship and funding proposition that spans event and programme sponsorship, alongside core funding opportunities. Our goal is to diversify income streams across private and public sectors, strengthen financial resilience, and enable us to scale services, innovate delivery, and embed long-term growth.
You will have:
- Past success securing sponsorship and funding for charities, ideally with experience in sport, disability equality, or inclusion.
- Proven ability to develop strategic, high value funding bids and partnership propositions that deliver measurable outcomes.
- Experience engaging corporate partners, trusts, foundations, and high networth individuals to build diversified income pipelines.
- Strong track record in stewardship and relationship management, including sponsor retention, reporting, and long‑term partnership development.
The deadline for submissions is 23 February 2026 with expected start date to be April 2026. We anticipate interviews for successful shortlisted applicants to be the week commencing 1 March 2026.
To find out more about requirements, budget, deliverables and other helpful information, please download this tender document.
