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BOSA Grant

Subsidy Scheme for Construction and Maintenance of Sports Facilities

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Explanation BOSA Subsidy

Introduction

Of BOSA subsidy (Stimulating Construction and Maintenance of Sports Facilities) offers amateur sports organizations in the Netherlands an opportunity to improve and make their sports facilities more sustainable, with financial support from the government. This scheme runs from 2019 through 2025, with approximately 80 million euros subsidy funds become available. That makes it particularly attractive for many associations and foundations to invest in, for example, new LED lighting, light poles, or other utility facilities.

When to report?

Depending on the size of the project, different submission deadlines apply:

  1. In advance (Article 11/12): in case of subsidy amounts from €25,000 Can the application be submitted before the activities (purchases/work) take place?.
  2. Afterwards (article 8/10): for subsidy amounts from €2,500 up to €25,000 one can up to 12 months Submit a request upon completion and payment of the project.
 

This offers flexibility for both small and large sports facility investment projects.

Advantages of BOSA subsidy

  • 30% subsidy on the investment sum (including VAT).
  • An increased subsidy rate (40%) possible for investments that specifically focus on sustainability or accessibility (e.g., LED lighting, insulation, etc.).
  • Great savings opportunity: the combination of lower energy costs (due to LED) and the subsidy significantly increases the payback period.

Conditions of award

Legal Structure and VAT Obligation
In principle, every legal form with a non-VAT-liable status is eligible. These are often:

  • Sports clubs,
  • Foundations,
  • Cooperatives,
  • Non-profit organizations.

The SBI code for the organization must demonstrate that it is a non-profit amateur sports organization.

Subsidy budget

  • The BOSA subsidy pot has an annual ceiling (approximately €79 million), which means: operation = operation.
  • Applications for subsidies will generally be processed in the order in which they are received.

Which costs are eligible?

The BOSA subsidy covers various items related to the construction, maintenance, and management of sports facilities, as well as the purchase and maintenance of sports equipment. This can include:

  • Purchase costs from lighting materials (such as LED lamps, light poles, wiring).
  • Labor and installation costs (for example, the installation of the fixtures, inspections, audits).
  • Other construction and maintenance costs that fall directly under the sports facility (e.g., changing rooms, stands, etc.).
 

In addition:

  • Minimum eligible expenses: €2.500.
  • For larger projects, other submission times apply (see “When To Report”).
02.
Get in touch

How do you sign up for BOSA?

The grant application is through the digital Form portal from DUS-I:

  • Go to formulierdus-i.nl/bosa24 and enter the requested information there.
  • Consider all requested supporting documents (including quotes, invoices, receipts).
  • Be timely with applications, as the budget is limited and on = on.
 

For official details: Laws.government.com (regulation number BWBR0041184/2020-08-01) or DUS-I.

Additional information and contact

 

At JEL Products we have extensive experience in advising sports associations, foundations and other organizations on the BOSA subsidy.
We are happy to help with:

  • Subsidy calculationsWhat percentage of your LED lighting investment can be reimbursed?
  • Quotes and technical descriptions.: for a smooth application.
  • Project managementfrom design to installation.
03.
Get in touch

Need additional grant advice?

Do you have any additional questions about the BOSA subsidy or would you like to know if your sports facility is eligible?

Edith:
"I am happy to help you with the practical side of the grant application and answer your questions within two business days.
For short questions, I am also available by phone."

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Edith de Graaf

Financial Director
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Easily reachable:
+31 33 785 9809

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