Expression of Interest - System Partners Investment – NGB Programme (2026–2031)

Overview

System Partners Investment – NGB Programme (2026–2031)
Issued by Sport Northern Ireland

Sport NI is finalising the new System Partners Investment – NGB Programme (2026–2031). This programme is designed to support recognised Governing Bodies of Sport in Northern Ireland through two strands:

1. Participation – focused on increasing and retaining participation across sport and physical activity, tackling inequalities, and strengthening pathways into sustained sport.
2. Performance – focused on strengthening performance pathways to support NI athletes and enable sustained success at the highest level.

The purpose of this Expression of Interest is to:

• Identify Governing Bodies interested in engaging with Sport NI under the new programme.
• Understand the level of readiness and interest across sports.
• Gather some basic information.
• Identify any new or emerging sports that may wish to be considered for investment.

The information provided may be used by Sport NI to determine a maximum level of award for organisations. Submitting this form does not guarantee investment or funding at any level.

Information collected will also help Sport NI refine future investment planning.