Groups in Bradford which use football to promote inclusion, challenge discrimination and engage marginalised sections of society are being urged to join one of the most high-profile campaigns in sport.

Kick It Out, football's anti-racism campaign, and the Football Foundation, the country's leading sports charity, are to award cash to groups organising activities as part of October's week of action.

The Community Chest grants of up to £2,000 are available to groups such as schools, youth clubs, estate-based projects, amateur football clubs, universities and supporters' organisations.

The cash is available to celebrate the involvement of minority communities in the game, tackle racial tensions and to support work addressing issues of exclusion in deprived areas of the country.

In previous years, activities such as anti-racism-themed football, youth forums and educational activities have been supported.

Piara Power, director of Kick It Out, said: "The Community Chest grants will help to empower a range of groups who are using football as a tool to address issues of inequality and discrimination.

"We would urge groups to apply for the grants, get involved in the week of action and help us celebrate the contribution community groups across the country are making to our national sport."

The closing date for applications is September 10. For more information on the grants and how to make an application please visit www.kickitout.org or www.footballfoundation.org.uk.