Aldi has launched an initiative to give away funding to grassroots sports clubs across the UK, through its Aldi Spots Fund programme.

The discount retailer is offering grants of up to £3,000 to eligible clubs depending on location to help cover essential costs such as equipment, kits, coaching and training programmes.

This move is part of Aldi’s drive to support sport at every level, from local clubs through to Britain’s Olympic and paralympic athletes.

Additionally, select Gold grant recipients will have the chance to meet a Team GB or ParalympicsGB athlete and hear first-hand about their journey in sport.

The applications and grant values will vary by location, with clubs able to visit the Aldi Sports Fund webpage for full details on the funding available in their area.

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Julie Ashfield, chief commercial officer at Aldi, said: “We know how much local sports clubs mean to the communities they serve.

“For the past 10 years, our Scottish Sports Fund has helped hundreds of clubs, and by bringing this activity together under one UK-wide Aldi Sports Fund, we’re making it easier for even more grassroots organisations to see what support is available in their local area across England and Wales.

“Our partnership with Team GB and ParalympicsGB is all about inspiring people to get involved in sport. Through the Aldi Sports Fund, we’re helping more clubs continue the fantastic work they do every day.”

Aldi is the official supermarket partner of Team GB and ParalympicsGB, supporting the athletes with monthly vouchers for their food shop.