Tewkesbury Borough Council is encouraging community groups to apply for grants from its £12,500 funding pot to get people moving.
Aiming to improve fitness and activity levels among residents in Tewkesbury and surrounding areas, funding is available through Active Gloucestershire’s We Can Move programme.
Community organisations can each apply for up to £2,500 to run a range of activities such as walking clubs, fitness sessions or sports days.
Town and parish councils, village halls, sports clubs and faith groups are encouraged to apply.
A recent survey by Sport England found that nearly a quarter of Gloucestershire’s population is inactive, with an additional 13 per cent being only 'fairly active'.
The survey also highlighted significant inequalities, with certain groups, such as those living with disabilities, being 'disproportionately affected'.
The We Can Move programme is prioritising grant awards to community groups that support residents in Northway; older adults in Winchcombe and the surrounding area; Priors Park; and children and young people in Brockworth.
While the survey noted activity levels have increased over the past few years, it found 23 per cent of people in Gloucestershire still remain inactive.
Councillor Alex Hegenbarth, lead member for communities and housing, said: 'Whether it’s walking clubs, fitness sessions or inclusive sports days, this is a chance to turn fresh ideas into action – and help people live healthier, more active lives.
'We encourage community organisations to step forward with their ideas.'
Community groups wishing to apply for funding should visit the Tewkesbury Borough Council website for more information.
