Active Sussex

17/06/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to the charity for helping keep the Stronger for Life Reconditioning Project running for longer. Their support is already making a real difference to patients across Sussex who need help rebuilding strength, confidence and independence while in hospital.

Set up in memory of Josh, who was passionate about helping people get active, the charity’s fundraising is now helping stroke patients and others at risk of deconditioning access regular, instructor‑led movement sessions — both at the Bexhill Irvine Unit and via live‑stream into hospitals across the county.

This generosity is helping people at a time when they need it most, and we’re so proud to be working alongside such dedicated community partners.

You can support the charity’s efforts here: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/becky-alexander-2

Read more here: www.activesussex.org/news-and-campaigns/latest-news/hastings-charity-helps-fund-the-stronger-for-life-reconditioning-project/

16/06/2026

We are delighted that our Chair of Trustees, Christine Gibbons MBE, has been appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in His Majesty the King's 2026 Birthday Honours.

Active Sussex CEO Anthony Statham said: “Christine has championed community sport and physical activity with unwavering commitment, ensuring that people of all ages and backgrounds have opportunities to be active. We are thrilled to see her work recognised with such a prestigious honour.”

You can read more about her work here: https://buff.ly/0ufVLbP

15/06/2026

Parents and carers want to feel confident that their children will be safe, included and well‑supported, and as activity providers, you’re in a brilliant position to help them feel exactly that.

By encouraging families to ask questions, or by proactively answering them in your marketing, you can build trust, showcase your great practice and make it easier for parents to choose you.

Clear information about safety, staff training, communication, and the activity environment goes a long way toward reassuring families before they book.

For more guidance and resources to support your safeguarding messaging, visit our Safeguarding in Sport and Physical Activity hub: activesussex.org/insight-and-funding/community-of-learning/safeguarding-in-sport-and-physical-activity/

12/06/2026

It’s Great Big Green Week, and we’re celebrating by sharing some of the ways Active Sussex is taking action to protect our environment and support a greener, more active county.

From reducing our carbon footprint and cutting down on waste, to learning from nature recovery projects and recognising local sustainability champions, we’re committed to making positive changes that benefit our communities.

Take a look through our carousel to see what we’re doing — and how we’re supporting the wider sector to take action too. Small steps can make a big difference when we take them together.

Read more here: https://www.activesussex.org/news-and-campaigns/latest-news/how-active-sussex-is-taking-action-on-environmental-sustainability/

11/06/2026

We’re recruiting a new Strategic Marketing & Communications Trustee to join the Active Sussex Board, and we’d love your help spreading the word.

If you have experience in marketing and communications at a senior level, care about helping people in Sussex be more active, and want to make a real difference in your community, this could be a fantastic opportunity.

🕒 This is a voluntary role (1–2 days a month)
📍 Open to people who live or work in Sussex
📅 Apply by July 17, 2026

Find out more and apply here:
https://www.activesussex.org/job/trustee-vacancy-strategic-marketing-communications/

Please share with anyone who might be interested — your recommendation could help us find the perfect person to support our mission.

10/06/2026

💚 Great Big Green Week (6–14 June) is a great time to remind Sussex clubs and community organisations: there's funding to help you go greener - and tackle inequality at the same time.

Sport England's Movement Fund offers grants and crowdfunding pledges from £300 to £15,000. And £16 million - 10% of the £160m pot - is ringfenced for green initiatives that both reduce your environmental impact and create more chances for people to be active.

Think solar panels, LED lighting, electric mowers, rainwater harvesting, tree planting, cycle paths or bike storage.

Decisions are weighted towards organisations in deprived areas, or working with the people most affected by climate change - so building the equality angle into your bid matters.

A project using solar savings to keep memberships affordable, for example, stands a stronger chance.

No deadline - just apply at least 12 weeks before you want to start, with a decision usually within six to eight weeks.

🔗 Link in the comments.

09/06/2026

📢 New funding alert for Hastings!

Hastings Borough Council has launched a new community grants programme with £700,000 to invest over the next two years in improving leisure, sport and physical activity facilities across the town.

If you run a community group, sports club, charity or CIC, you could apply for funding to upgrade and improve the spaces where people get active, connect and thrive.

The programme will run multiple funding rounds over two years, so there's time to develop a strong proposal and apply when you're ready - but the deadline for the first round is Sunday, July 12.

Find out more and how to apply 👇

🔗 hastings.gov.uk/news/latest/community-grants-programme

Active Hastings

08/06/2026

Here at Active Sussex we are taking part in The Great Big Green Week (June 8-16), the UK’s biggest celebration of action to tackle climate change and protect nature.

This week we’ll share something each day that we and our partners are doing to protect the planet - from reducing carbon emissions to boosting biodiversity. We’d love to hear what you are doing to mark Great Big Green Week - share what you're up to below!

05/06/2026

Sport Welfare Officers from Active Sussex and Active Kent & Medway joined the Mariners of Bewl to experience first-hand how the club is opening up sailing to people of all abilities – and to explore how the Sport Welfare project can support its growth ⛵️

02nd June 2026 Sport Welfare Officers from Active Sussex and Active Kent & Medway joined the Mariners of Bewl Sailability club this week to experience first-hand how the club is opening up sailing to people of all abilities – and to explore how the Sport Welfare project can support its growth. The...

05/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ in Sport - Creating inclusive environments

Join us for an engaging, interactive session that deepens your understanding of key LGBTQ+ terms, identities, and the meaning of allyship.

You'll explore the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people in sport, examine the challenges and barriers they may face, and leave with practical insights and strategies to support inclusion in your environment.

📅 Tuesday, June 9

💻 Online, 6.30-8pm

🔗 Book your FREE place - link in comments.