Phase Three of the Sport Energy Support Scheme is designed to provide further support to FAI affiliated clubs and leagues with the rising cost of energy seen in 2023. Phase Three of the SESS will see the eligible period extend to include June and July 2023.
Clubs and Leagues that meet the eligibility requirements outlined below are encouraged to apply for funding support for their increased energy costs via this scheme.
Eligibility Requirements;
Phase Three of the Sports Energy Support Scheme (SESS) will only contribute to the increased energy costs associated with providing sporting activity.
(i) Increased costs in Electricity bills for sporting activity only.
(ii) Increased costs in central heating / hot water (gas & oil) bills for sporting activity only.
(iii) Increased costs in floodlight generator fuel only. (fuel for floodlight generator only - no other purpose included).
(iv) Clubs/Leagues that have availed of funding via Phase One and/or Phase Two can apply for support under Phase Three for June and July 2023.
(v) Clubs/Leagues that have not applied under any previous phase of the scheme may submit an application for the entire period (Sep 2022 – July 2023).
(vi) Applications must have accompanying supporting documents in the form of utility/energy bills with the eligible date and name of club/league included to be eligible under this scheme. Bills will be needed for June and July 2020 and 2023.
(vii) Organizations applying for support must own or lease the sporting facilities and be the primary utility bill payer.
Please ensure that prior to submitting an application you are aware of, and understand, the eligibility requirements for applicants under this scheme.
Not Covered / Not Eligible;
Non Energy related increases are ineligible. These include increased costs in accommodation, rent, rates or labour costs.
Fuel costs associated with machinery, vehicles, travel or transport do not qualify.
Pre-existing debts or deficits do not qualify.
Energy costs associated with non-sporting activity such as bars, restaurants etc. are not eligible under SESS; however, such trading activity may be eligible for support under the Government’s Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS).
Those that received funding via Phase One should not include bills/costs that were included in the Phase One application.
The Scheme will not cover:
➢ Private/Commercial gyms.& sports facilities
➢ Local authority facilities
➢ School or Third level sports facilities
Clubs, Leagues and Affiliated Bodies that meet the eligibility requirements outlined above and would like to apply for funding support via this scheme need to complete the below application form and provide all required documents before closure of the application process.
Applicants should only apply for support with figures that can be fully substantiated via their supporting documents. Applications that cannot be substantiated - will not be accepted.
Deadline for applications: 6pm on Sunday 24th March 2024.
No late or incomplete applications will be accepted.
Clubs and Leagues that meet the eligibility requirements outlined below are encouraged to apply for funding support for their increased energy costs via this scheme.
Eligibility Requirements;
Phase Three of the Sports Energy Support Scheme (SESS) will only contribute to the increased energy costs associated with providing sporting activity.
(i) Increased costs in Electricity bills for sporting activity only.
(ii) Increased costs in central heating / hot water (gas & oil) bills for sporting activity only.
(iii) Increased costs in floodlight generator fuel only. (fuel for floodlight generator only - no other purpose included).
(iv) Clubs/Leagues that have availed of funding via Phase One and/or Phase Two can apply for support under Phase Three for June and July 2023.
(v) Clubs/Leagues that have not applied under any previous phase of the scheme may submit an application for the entire period (Sep 2022 – July 2023).
(vi) Applications must have accompanying supporting documents in the form of utility/energy bills with the eligible date and name of club/league included to be eligible under this scheme. Bills will be needed for June and July 2020 and 2023.
(vii) Organizations applying for support must own or lease the sporting facilities and be the primary utility bill payer.
Please ensure that prior to submitting an application you are aware of, and understand, the eligibility requirements for applicants under this scheme.
Not Covered / Not Eligible;
Non Energy related increases are ineligible. These include increased costs in accommodation, rent, rates or labour costs.
Fuel costs associated with machinery, vehicles, travel or transport do not qualify.
Pre-existing debts or deficits do not qualify.
Energy costs associated with non-sporting activity such as bars, restaurants etc. are not eligible under SESS; however, such trading activity may be eligible for support under the Government’s Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS).
Those that received funding via Phase One should not include bills/costs that were included in the Phase One application.
The Scheme will not cover:
➢ Private/Commercial gyms.& sports facilities
➢ Local authority facilities
➢ School or Third level sports facilities
Clubs, Leagues and Affiliated Bodies that meet the eligibility requirements outlined above and would like to apply for funding support via this scheme need to complete the below application form and provide all required documents before closure of the application process.
Applicants should only apply for support with figures that can be fully substantiated via their supporting documents. Applications that cannot be substantiated - will not be accepted.
Deadline for applications: 6pm on Sunday 24th March 2024.
No late or incomplete applications will be accepted.