Unlock Playground Funding with the Aviva Community Fund
Updated on: June 2, 2025
Creating engaging, inclusive and safe outdoor spaces is essential for children’s development and community well-being. However, budget constraints often pose challenges.
The Aviva Community Fund offers a valuable opportunity for schools and local authorities to secure funding for playground projects that promote physical activity, learning and community engagement.
What is the Aviva Community Fund?
The Aviva Community Fund supports local causes across the UK by providing financial assistance and volunteer support to projects that focus on:
- Financial Wellbeing: Helping people take control of their financial future.
- Climate Action: Supporting initiatives that address environmental challenges.
Although these are Aviva’s primary focus areas, projects that support and encourage community resilience and well-being, such as playground enhancements, are also considered.
How Can Schools and Local Authorities Benefit?
Schools and local authorities can utilise the Aviva Community Fund to:
- Install New Playground Equipment: Such as climbing frames, trim trails and inclusive play structures.
- Enhance Outdoor Learning Spaces: Creating areas that support environmental education and physical activity.
- Improve Accessibility: Adding features that ensure play areas are inclusive for all children.
- Promote Community Engagement: Developing spaces that encourage community use and involvement.
Aviva Community Fund Application Process
The Aviva Community Fund operates through a partnership with Crowdfunder, allowing for a unique match-funding approach:
- Eligibility Check: Ensure your organisation is a UK-based, not-for-profit entity that has been in operation for at least six months.
- Project Submission: Create a project page detailing your initiative, objectives, and funding goals.
- Fundraising Campaign: Launch your campaign to gather public donations.
- Aviva Match Funding: Aviva will match individual donations up to £250, amplifying your fundraising efforts.
There are no application deadlines, allowing you to apply at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of projects are eligible?
Projects that align with Aviva’s focus areas; financial wellbeing and climate action are prioritised. However, initiatives that promote community resilience, such as playground improvements, are also considered. - How much funding can we receive?
You can apply for funding up to £50,000, with Aviva matching individual donations up to £250 per donor. - Who can apply?
UK-based, not-for-profit organisations that have been operating for at least six months. - How do we apply?
Visit Aviva Community Fund to start your application process.
Partner with Fun & Active Playgrounds
At Fun & Active Playgrounds, we specialise in designing and installing high-quality playground equipment and markings that promote physical activity and learning. Our team can assist you in planning your project, providing quotes, and supporting your funding application.
Contact us today to explore how we can help bring your playground project to life.
