Building stronger, more sustainable sports clubs.
We specialise in helping sports clubs reach their full potential. Whether you’re looking to enhance your governance, secure funding, optimise operations, or measure your community impact, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
What We Do
At Club Development Solutions, we bring together expertise from across the sports consultancy and development sector to offer your club the best possible support.
Drawing on a wealth of experience and insights, we provide tailored solutions to help clubs grow, reduce costs, and increase income.
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We help clubs establish strong governance and legal structures, from incorporation and charitable status to board training and compliance. The right structure unlocks benefits such as Gift Aid and tax relief putting more money back into sport and community.
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We help clubs secure funding through grants, Gift Aid, fundraising, and community shares. Our support diversifies income, unlocks new opportunities, and makes clubs financially sustainable.
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We guide clubs through facility projects, community asset transfers, and feasibility studies. Owning and developing facilities creates income, strengthens community impact, and safeguards long-term futures.
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We support clubs with business planning, financial modelling, and impact measurement. Clear strategies and evidence of social value make clubs investment-ready and built for sustainable growth.
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We streamline club management with membership systems, compliance tools, and admin support. This saves volunteer time, boosts revenue, and lets clubs focus on sport and community.
Our Impact
in Numbers
Facts & Figures
70+
Clubs Supported
We've helped over 70 clubs save money and generate new income
No Upfront Costs
Much of our work is free until you're reaping the benefits and generating new income
£0
£560m
Unclaimed Gift Aid
Up to £560 million in Gift Aid went unclaimed by charities last year
Average New Income
How much extra revenue we can typically help sports clubs generate
25%
About us
Maximise Income, Reduce Expenditure, Thrive Always
Club Development Solutions was established to help community sports clubs save money while increasing income through Gift Aid, grant funding and fundraising. As registered HMRC agents, we're able to work on your behalf to claim Gift Aid and can often support your club through simple restructuring.
What Our Clients Say
"CDS's support in gaining charitable status was just what we needed. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and we are now positioned to reap the benefits"
Salisbury Stingrays Swimming Club
"CDS guided us through the process seamlessly of rewriting our constitution and completing the application forms. They made it straightforward and simple due to their expertise and experience"
Turriff Community Football Club
"CDS were key in helping us transition to a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation and register with HMRC to claim Gift Aid"
Aberdeen Athletics Club
"We were so grateful to CDS's support to help us through the process of applying for charitable status. They were always on hand to answer any questions we had. I can't stress enough how invaluable their help was."
Niddry Castle Golf Club
"At all times the professional, punctual and friendly support from CDS was most welcome in navigating the path. Any other clubs seeking help or advice couldn't hope for a more progressive and calm influence than that provided by Andrew and CDS".
Kirkcudbright Golf Club
