Hi, I’m Matt Brinkley, founder of Making Fitness Accessible CIC, a social enterprise I launched in 2022 with the invaluable support of Kexx. My passion lies in helping sports and exercise projects secure the funding they need to thrive and make a real impact in communities.

Specializing in sports and exercise funding, I have dedicated myself to mastering the grant application process. As an UnLTD award winner, I bring firsthand knowledge and experience to support you through every stage of applying, from crafting your application to preparing for panel interviews and navigating top funding opportunities.

Since starting, I have committed significant time to researching available funds, building relationships with funders at industry events, and consistently submitting 2-3 grant applications monthly to maximize success. This focused effort has resulted in over £100,000 in grant funding, £5,000 raised through crowdfunding, and a stable monthly revenue stream of £6,000, all contributing to the steady growth and sustainability of Making Fitness Accessible CIC.

I’m passionate about sharing my expertise to help others access funding and build sustainable projects in the sports and exercise sector. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, I’m here to guide you through the process and help you achieve your goals.

Matt Brinkley offers expertise for:

• Sports & Exercise Funding: Guiding CICs and projects through grant applications, panel interviews, and top-up funding processes, including specialist support for UnLTD awards.

• Funding Research & Relationship Building: Helping organizations identify suitable funding opportunities by leveraging extensive research and connections with funders.

• Grant Application Support: Assisting with writing, submitting, and managing multiple grant applications to maximize chances of funding success.

• Crowdfunding & Revenue Growth: Advising on effective crowdfunding strategies and building sustainable monthly revenue streams for CICs.

Matt is available for a direct 1 to 1 support call through this page.