Grants

You do not have to fund your playground alone

Playgrounds, sports facilities and workout parks can be funded by grants covering up to 80 % of the costs. We monitor all current calls and guide you through the entire process — from initial concept to final settlement.

Current calls 2026

Status of grant programmes as of September 2026

Applications open year-round

ČEZ Foundation — Orange Playground

Contribution of up to CZK 2 million, covering up to 100% of costs · legal entities based in the Czech Republic — municipalities, towns, schools, clubs

A year-round grant of the ČEZ Foundation (Nadace ČEZ) supporting the construction and complete reconstruction of children's, sports, workout and multi-purpose playgrounds. The playground must be publicly accessible (with exceptions for schools, nurseries and health or social facilities), completed within 365 days of the application, and maintained afterwards. Applications are submitted online; smaller repairs and upgrades of play elements fall under the foundation's sister grant Support for Regions.

Grant details at nadacecez.cz →

Applications closed

NSA — Call 16/2026 Regions (investments up to CZK 10 million)

Grants up to 70%, CZK 1–7 million per project · allocation CZK 505 million · municipalities, cities, regions, municipal associations, contributory organisations, clubs

A rolling non-competitive call by the Czech National Sports Agency (NSA) for the construction and upgrading of local sports facilities — multi-purpose courts, workout parks and amenities — including step-free access. Applications were accepted from 18 December 2025 to 19 January 2026.

Call details at nsa.gov.cz →

Applications closed

NSA — Calls 17 and 18/2026 Regions (investments over CZK 10 million)

Grants up to 70% · construction (allocation CZK 345 million) and upgrades · same range of applicants

Competitive round-based calls for larger projects — sports halls, complexes and major renovations. Applications were accepted until 19 January 2026, and the NSA published the lists of supported projects in June 2026.

Call details at nsa.gov.cz →

Applications closed

NSA — Call 20/2026 Restoring sports facilities after the 2024 floods

Allocation CZK 257.8 million · Moravian-Silesian and Olomouc regions, Frýdlant municipal district

The second round of support for restoring sports infrastructure damaged by the September 2024 floods — upgrades as well as new construction, including amenities. Applications were accepted from 4 May to 30 June 2026.

Call details at nsa.gov.cz →

Expected in 2027

NSA — Kabina (development of local sports facilities and amenities)

Up to 80% in previous calls, CZK 0.5–2 million · municipalities under 3,000 residents, clubs, schools

This popular programme for smaller municipalities was fully drawn down and closed in 2025. In May 2026 the NSA confirmed that it plans to bring Kabina back in 2027 — the parameters of the new programmes will be announced in the second half of 2026.

NSA statement on Kabina →

Awaiting announcement

MMR — active and passive recreation areas

Up to 80% in previous calls, max. CZK 2 million · municipalities under 3,000 residents (larger municipalities have a scheme for school sports grounds)

A well-established scheme of the Ministry of Regional Development (MMR) under its Rural Renewal and Development programme, funding public playgrounds and multi-purpose sports grounds. For the 2026 round the MMR has so far opened only the Village of the Year call — we are monitoring the announcement of further schemes.

Programme at mmr.gov.cz →

Applications closed

SFŽP — Natural gardens (NPŽP, call 20/2025)

Grants of 50–60%, CZK 100,000–500,000 · nurseries, primary schools and their founders

A State Environmental Fund (SFŽP) programme supporting natural gardens and outdoor school grounds for outdoor learning — play and educational elements, landscaping and greenery. Applications were accepted until 19 December 2025, and supported projects can be implemented until the end of 2028. The calls are repeated regularly.

Call details →

Ongoing, varies by region

Regional programmes

Conditions vary by region · municipalities, schools, clubs

Most Czech regions run their own schemes for rural renewal, leisure infrastructure or sports support — deadlines and conditions differ from region to region. We can tell you what is currently open in yours.

Ongoing, varies by LAG

Local action groups (LAGs)

Up to 70–80% of costs · municipalities, schools, clubs

Through local action groups you can draw Common Agricultural Policy funds for playgrounds, sports facilities and school or club amenities — often with simpler administration. Each group announces calls on its own schedule.

Outlook for 2027

In March 2026 the Czech National Sports Agency announced a major change in its sports infrastructure funding strategy — it cancelled the Standardised Infrastructure call for 2026 and moved the funds into the Regions calls, which will help build or renovate more than 200 sports facilities in 2026. The focus and parameters of the 2027 investment programmes will be announced by the NSA in the second half of 2026. Once the new calls are published, having a project ready is essential — and that is exactly what we can help you with now.

This overview reflects the situation as of September 2026 and is indicative only — conditions vary for each call. We verify the current options for your project free of charge.

Checklist: How to prepare a grant application

A free, easy-to-follow PDF checklist — what to prepare, which documents the calls require, and what to watch out for after your grant is approved.

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How it works

We support you with your grant from start to finish

We find the right call

We continuously monitor the NSA, the MMR, the ČEZ Foundation, the regions and local action groups. We tell you where your project has the best chance.

We prepare the documentation

Design, project documentation, technical report and itemised budget, prepared exactly to the requirements of the call.

We help with the application

Working with your grant administrator, we supply everything needed to submit the application.

We build and document

We build the playground and hand over the certifications and documents required for the settlement and sustainability of the grant.

FAQ

The questions we hear most often

How much does a new playground cost?

It depends on the scope — from smaller play sets for nurseries to large sites with safety surfacing and site furniture. We prepare design variants tailored precisely to your budget, including an exact quotation free of charge.

How long does construction take?

A design with visualisations is usually ready within a few weeks. Construction itself typically takes days to weeks depending on the scope. The overall schedule is mainly driven by any building permit procedures and grant deadlines — we plan everything with you.

Which standards must a playground meet?

Play equipment and impact-absorbing surfaces must comply with the ČSN EN 1176 and ČSN EN 1177 standards. We supply certified equipment only, and every project is handed over with complete documentation, including materials for the operating manual.

Do you also provide the project documentation and technical report?

Yes. We prepare the design, 3D visualisations, project documentation and technical report — everything you need for the municipal council, the building authority and the grant application.

Can you help us with a grant application?

Yes. We recommend a suitable call and supply all the documents the application requires — the project, budget and technical specifications. We also work with the grant administrators of municipalities.

When will the next grant calls be announced?

The Czech National Sports Agency will announce the focus and parameters of its 2027 investment programmes in the second half of 2026, including the expected return of the Kabina programme. Regional calls and local action group calls run throughout the year. Those with a project ready in advance are in the best position — we can help you prepare now.

Do you also service and inspect existing playgrounds?

Yes, we provide annual main inspections to ČSN EN 1176, repairs, part replacements and upgrades of older playgrounds.

Who do you build for?

For municipalities and cities, nurseries and primary schools, developers, housing cooperatives, sports clubs and construction companies looking for a playground subcontractor.

Do you operate across the whole Czech Republic?

Yes. We have regional managers for each region — you will find your contact on the Contact page.

Not sure whether your project qualifies for a grant?

Send us a few lines about your project. Within 48 hours we will get back to you with a recommended call and an indicative price — free and with no obligation.

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