Sport England is the strategic lead for delivering the Government`s sporting objectives in this country, and we distribute both Lottery and Exchequer funds to sport. Our vision is to make England an active and successful sporting nation. Sport England is the nation`s biggest supporter. Since 1994, we have invested some £2bn into sport in England. Find out more about how Sport England is organised. Our resources (both human and financial) are allocated in order to meet our business objectives, getting people to start – to improve the health of the nation, particularly for disadvantaged groups; Stay – through a thriving network of clubs, coaches and volunteers, and a commitment to equity and also Succeed in sport – via an infrastructure capable of developing world class performers.
Sport England is divided into six working units Committees, Main board, Regional sports boards, CEO`s office, Executive teams; Formerly know as the council, the main board has overall responsibility for the performance of Sport England and Regional offices.
We share best practice, set standards, build partnerships and promote the benefits of sport, which include healthier living, social inclusion and crime prevention. We also continuously monitor the impact of our investment programmes, conduct ongoing research into participation levels and manage the Sport England website which brings together information about activities, clubs, events and resources.