Funding for Student Groups and Individuals

SU Alumni Fund

This year The SU has been granted £20,000 from the University of Bath’s Alumni Fund that will be granted towards our student groups. Student groups can apply for funding from this pot for projects which can be shown to enhance University of Bath experience across the wider community. These can support new innovations, group equipment, and enable new activities or events to be piloted. The fund is not a recurring grant and cannot be used for retrospective purchases, funding must be applied for and approved before any costs are incurred. Applications are reviewed by the Alumni Fund panel who will decide on the outcome based on the below guidelines. 

Who can apply? 
Any SU student group can apply to the fund.  

When are the deadlines? 
Applications will be assessed as per the schedule below. When planning for activities with set dates (e.g. competitions and conferences), ensure to submit your application within enough time so that you will have received your outcome before any costs are incurred. 

How do we apply?
Firstly, read the SU Alumni Fund Guidelines. This will guide you through the process and ensure you have all the information you need before submitting your application 

Complete the application form

SU Alumni Access Fund

The SU recognises the difficulties students face and how the impact of the cost of living could affect their engagement towards activities available whilst at university. The SU and the University of Bath’s Alumni Fund have joined up to create an access fund which allows students to gain financial support towards extra-curricular activities and opportunities delivered through the Students' Union. The fund will support students with their experiences, wellbeing, and personal development. This could include but is not limited to; attendance at an event in which the student is representing the University, a conference that they will gain knowledge and skills, or an item of equipment that is a necessity for their involvement in an activity. Funding can contribute towards, entry fees, transport costs, accommodation (non-residential) and much more. 

A £5,000 fund is available to help students enhance and enrich their time at university. Students can apply in to the following categories:
Event/Conference/Competition attendance, up to £100
Essential equipment, up to £100 
SU Group memberships
Social activities, up to £50 

Note this is not a recurring grant and cannot be used for retrospective purchases, funding must be applied for and approved before any costs are incurred. 

Who can apply? 
Any student who is a member of a student group within the Students’ Union can apply once per academic year to help fund their involvement in extra-curricular activities. For students who seek funds towards SU Group membership, no existing group membership is required and a subsequent application within the academic year may be made for help with the above extra-curricular activities. 

When are the deadlines? 
Applications will be assessed as per the schedule below. When planning for activities with set dates (e.g. competitions and conferences), ensure to submit your application within enough time so that you will have received your outcome before any costs are incurred.

How do I apply?

Complete the application form

SCP’s Community Fund

The Community Fund is sponsored by the SCP, which is £1000 that can be applied for in amounts of up to £250 for a project that benefits the community. Individual and groups of students from University of Bath or Bath Spa University can apply by contacting the Community Liaison Co-ordinator for an application.

See the Community Fund criteria

Terms and Conditions of Community Fund

Community Fund Application Form

Crowdfunding

University support from the Department of Development and Alumni relations

Read the crowdfunding guide

Get started on the University Crowdfunding website

Coach Education Fund

Criteria: To provide subsidy to students wishing to undertake coaching courses, health and safety courses or clubs wishing to organise courses

Held by: SU Sport Staff 

Contact: SU Bath Sport

To apply please download and complete the application form

NGB Grants

Criteria: This varies between National Governing Body, however usually focussed on developing a clubs offer that encourages the growth of participation

Held by: NGBs

To apply, please email SU Bath Sport to discuss your project and they will assist in what the right fund is for you. 

Societies Membership Fund Request Form

If you have any questions about the Societies Membership Fund request criteria or the application process, please email SU Societies.

See more information about the Societies Membership Fund and how to apply here.