QUEENSLAND • State Budget 2025-2026: will invest $4.7 billion into the Games Delivery Plan to implement the 2023 Delivery Plan with venues and villages. Read more(https://budget.qld.gov.au/budget-snapshot/at-a-glance/) • State Budget 2025-2026: is also delivering the foundation of a plan for Queensland’s future and seizing the opportunity of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games to invest in the generational infrastructure and transport connections needed for our growing population. The first funding for the 2032 Delivery Plan will be included in the Budget, with $4.7 billion for Games venues and athlete villages. This will be complemented by a $250 million in Games On! investment in grassroots sports facilities in the lead up to 2032. Read more(https://budget.qld.gov.au/files/Budget-2025-26-Budget-Overview.pdf) NEW SOUTH WALES • $8.3 million to replace and maintain the synthetic athletics track at the Sydney Academy of Sport following its closure due to safety risks. Read more (https://www.budget.nsw.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/overview#culture-and-sport) • $50.0 million to transform part of Moore Park South into a new 20-hectare public park, including facilities for community sport. Read more(https://www.budget.nsw.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/overview#culture-and-sport) AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY • State budget 2025-2026: $2 million over two years for grants to support new and upgraded community sporting infrastructure around the city. Read more (https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/chris-steel-mla-media-releases/2025/act-budget-2025-26-major-boost-for-sport-in-canberras-growing-suburbs) • State budget 2025-2026: $200 million in sporting clubs and infrastructure across the State. Read more (https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/budget-2025/treasurers-budget-speech) • State budget 2025-2026: $414 million for sporting infrastructure and community sports over the forward estimates. Read more (https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/budget-2025/treasurers-budget-speech) NORTHERN TERRITORY • State budget 2025-2026: $14.1 million for a multi-sports precinct in Gillen, giving local kids and families world-class facilities. Read more (https://budget.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/1515079/2025-26-bp1-speech-appropriation-bill.pdf) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • SA Football Facilities Fund enhances the capacity of facilities and football infrastructure for all user groups, from state to local grassroots venues. The creation of this Fund will enable SANFL, AFL and State Government to achieve the shared strategic vision of creating welcoming facilities, particularly through provision of all gender changerooms for players, officials and umpires, as well as maximising venue capacities by improving quality of ovals, lighting and supporting infrastructure. Grant amounts of up to $150,000 are available and applications close December 5th 2025. Read more(https://sanfl.com.au/communityfootball/grants-fundraising-facilities/safff/)

WESTERN AUSTRALIA • Creating Healthy Spaces - Healthy Sports Program supports all Western Australian community sporting clubs and district associations to help increase healthy food and drink options at club-run canteens or kiosks. Grant amounts of up to $5000 are available and applications are always open. Read more (https://www.healthway.wa.gov.au/our-funding/healthy-spaces-program/healthy-sports-program/)

TASMANIA • 2025-2026 Budget: is investing more than $200 million into sporting clubs and infrastructure across the State, including Kingborough Sporting Precinct, delivering the AFL and JackJumpers’ High Performance Centres; Dial Regional Sports Complex, enhancing its capacity to host state and national content; A new Northern Suburbs (Launceston) Community Recreation Hub; Elphin Sports Centre; Multi-purpose indoor sports Centre at the Devonport Oval; Penguin Sports and Services Club; Taroona Bowls Club; King Island Bowls Club; Valley Road Regional Football Club; Port Sorell Bowls Club; and East Ulverstone Football Club. Read more p. 23(https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/440093/Budget_2025-26_Overview__Web.pdf)

• Federal Budget 2025-2026: Grants in 2025–26 are budgeted at $329.8 million. The Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care states the total equity for Sport and Physical Activity is budgeted to be $521.5 million at the end of 2025–26. Read more(https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-03/2025-26_health_pbs_4.06_asc.pdf) • Sport Horizon, Australia’s National Sport Strategy, states that sport delivers $83 billion in combined economic, health and education benefits to Australia annually, and it is estimated that the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will deliver $17.6billion in economic, social and environmental benefits to Australia. While Australians benefit from sport, Sport Horizon claims physical inactivity is the 9th leading preventable cause of ill health and premature death, responsible for 2.5% of total disease burden in Australia (in 2018). Read more(https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-03/national-sport-strategy-2024-2034.pdf) • National Energy Bill Relief for Small Businesses helps ease the rising cost of electricity bills for NSW small businesses. The Australian Government has announced that all eligible small businesses will receive up to $150 to help with the cost of their electricity bills in the 2025-26 financial year. Read more(https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/national-energy-bill-relief-for-small-businesses-2025-26)

NATIONAL • The Local Sporting Champions program provides financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships. Successful applicants will receive $500-$750 towards the cost of attending their championships. Read more(https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/local_sporting_champions) NEW SOUTH WALES • The Get NSW Active program is a New South Wales Government initiative that funds local councils to create safe, connected, and enjoyable walking and bike riding routes. Its goal is to make active transport a practical everyday option, particularly for short trips, school travel, and community access. The program supports healthier lifestyles, reduces traffic congestion, and enhances the livability of NSW neighbourhoods by encouraging people of all ages and genders to walk or ride as part of daily life. R(https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/programs/get-nsw-active?utm_source=chatgpt.com)ead more(https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/programs/get-nsw-active?utm_source=chatgpt.com) NORTHERN TERRITORY • Healthy Darwin Program invites service providers who deliver healthy lifestyle programs or activities to apply to be part of the Healthy Darwin initiative. The program offers a range of group exercise sessions, workshops and short courses across Darwin to help our community live a healthy lifestyle, including fitness classes, health and nutrition sessions, and workshops and short courses. Applications close August 17th 2025. Read more(https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/community/programs/healthy-darwin/run-a-healthy-darwin-activity-0) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • The Sports Vouchers program has been refreshed to now offer two $100 subsidies for children from Reception to Year 9, which eases the cost of sport, dance and learn-to-swim fees on families. The program has been expanded to Scouts and Girl Guides and music lessons, helping more children to participate in active recreation and get involved in the community. Read more (https://www.weare.sa.gov.au/news/2023/q4/grants-to-apply-for-now-in-south-australia)

NATIONAL • Federal Budget 2025-2026: The Government is investing $8.5 billion over five years from 2024–25 to provide new and expanded incentives to further boost the rate of bulk billing. From 1 November 2025 an additional 15 million individuals will be eligible. The Government will provide an incentive payment to practices who choose to fully bulk bill. The Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program is expected to raise the total number of fully bulk billing practices Australia-wide to around 4,800 by 2028–29. Read more(https://budget.gov.au/content/bp1/download/bp1_bs-1.pdf) • The Government is providing $792.9 million over five years from 2024–25 to deliver more choice, lower costs and better health care for women in areas of sexual and reproductive health including contraceptives and endometriosis, as well as menopause. Read more (https://budget.gov.au/content/bp1/download/bp1_bs-1.pdf) • Australian Public Health Small Grants Program provides financial assistance to eligible patients in public health settings, helping them meet essential health and wellbeing needs through applications made by qualified health professionals. Read more(https://www.wehalltrust.org.au/australian-public-health-small-grants-program-guidelines) • Community Supported Small Grants Program provides funding to assist individuals experiencing immediate financial hardship, enabling social workers, case managers or allied health professionals of charitable organisations to support those in need in maintaining essential safety and wellbeing standards. Read more(https://www.wehalltrust.org.au/small-grants-program-guidelines)

NATIONAL • Participants in the Industry Growth Program Advisory Service may apply for Commonwealth grant funding to support specific commercialisation and/or growth projects. The commercialisation and growth stages may include developing marketplace strategies for entry to market, accelerating growth and scaling up into national and international markets. SME’s can apply for grants of $100,000 to $5,000,000 to support commercialisation and growth. Read more(https://www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=17fb17b2-de0c-4ad3-9f3e-33e929da8fbb) • KOMPAN Australia is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025 with the 40 for 40 initiative, giving customers the chance to double their budget and win up to $40,000 worth of playground or outdoor fitness equipment. To enter, spend at least $40,000 on KOMPAN equipment by 31 March 2026, have five team members follow KOMPAN Australia on LinkedIn and subscribe to the newsletter, and submit a short form about your project. Read more(https://www.kompan.com/en/au/about-kompan/news/40th-birthday-competition) • Community Defibrillator Fund offers community groups, individuals and not-for-profit organisations the opportunity to apply to receive an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) for their organisation, to benefit their local community. Read more(https://www.health.tas.gov.au/hospitals/ambulance/registering-automated-external-defibrillator-aed) QUEENSLAND • State budget 2025-2026: Queensland is delivering a new $100 Back to School Boost and $200 Play On! voucher programs offering immediate financial assistance to Queenslanders, supporting the next generation of athletes and boosting education opportunities. Read more (https://budget.qld.gov.au/budget-snapshot/message-from-the-treasurer/) • The Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program supports not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations with funding to re-establish their facilities and activities after extreme natural events, including floods, fire, cyclones and severe storms. Funding of up to $5000 may be available and applications close between July 23rd and August 27th 2025, depending on the council location. Read more (https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/disaster-recovery) • Queensland Country Good for Good Community Grants support not-for-profit organisations with projects that enhance community wellbeing. Applicants must hold an ABN, have not-for-profit status, and agree to become Queensland Country Bank members if successful. Eligible projects include sport and recreation initiatives such as equipment purchases and facility upgrades. Grand amounts between $5,000 - $30,000 are available and applications close August 31st 2025. Read more (https://www.queenslandcountry.bank/community/good-for-good-community-grants/) • The Small Business Recovery Assistance Grant – 2025 North and Far North Tropical Low provides financial support to small businesses impacted by the January to February 2025 weather event. The grant helps cover costs such as wages, rent, replacement of lost stock, professional recovery services, and marketing to regain customers. Grant amounts of up to $15,000 are available and applications close May 14th 2026. Read more (https://www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/support-services/financial/grants/recovery-tropical-low) • The emergency Disaster Relief Fund provides critical support to Tennis Queensland affiliates that have experienced significant infrastructure damage due to a natural disaster. To support the tennis community during these events, Tennis Queensland has created the Tennis Queensland Emergency Disaster Relief Fund. This opportunity is ongoing. Read more (https://www.tennis.com.au/qld/clubs/grants-funding-support/tennis-queensland-emergency-disaster-relief-fund) • The Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant is a rolling program that is jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government. The grant assists not-for-profit sport, active recreation and racing organisations with the clean-up, repair or replacement of equipment or facilities directly damaged by an eligible disaster event and to re-establish activities. Applications close October 24th 2025. Read more(https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/sport-and-recreation-recovery-grant) • Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant assists not-for-profit sport and active recreation organisations with the clean-up, repair or replacement of equipment or facilities directly damaged by an eligible disaster event and to re-establish activities. Up to $1,000,000 is available and applications close October 24th 2025. Read more(https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/sport-and-recreation-recovery-grant) NEW SOUTH WALES • Natural Disaster Relief Loan - Sporting and Recreation Clubs and Associations is offering sporting and recreation clubs and associations directly affected by a declared natural disaster a low interest loan of up to $10,000 to support recovery. Read more (https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/natural-disaster-relief-loan-sporting-and-recreation-clubs-and-associations) • Local Sport Grant Program provides up to $20,000 per organisation to support grassroots sporting clubs across NSW in increasing participation, improving access, and enhancing facilities. With $50,000 allocated per electorate, eligible projects include those that deliver quality sporting experiences, reduce barriers to participation, or create, upgrade or repair sport infrastructure. Incorporated, not-for-profit sporting clubs aligned with recognised sports are eligible to apply. Applications close August 18th 2025. Read more (https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/grants/local-sport-grant-program) • The Boating Infrastructure Emergency Repair Pool (BIERP) provides funding to repair, replace, or improve public boating infrastructure in NSW damaged by natural disasters or severe weather events. Grant amounts range from $5,000 - $300,000 and applications close June 30th 2028. Read more(https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/boating-infrastructure-emergency-repair-pool-0) AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY • The Community Sport Facilities Program supports not-for-profit sport, recreation, and community organisations to create sustainable, accessible, and fit-for-purpose spaces for active recreation. Funding is available for new developments or upgrades that enhance participation through well-designed, high-quality facilities. Up to $2,000,000 is available and applications close October 17th 2025. Read more(https://www.sport.act.gov.au/grants/community-sport-facilities-program) • Club Enhancement Program provides assistance to ACT sport and active recreation clubs, district associations and State Sporting Organisations to further develop the services and programs they provide within the Canberra community. Between $500 and $20,000 is available and applications close October 17th 2025. Read more(https://www.sport.act.gov.au/grants/club-enhancement-program) WESTERN AUSTRALIA • State budget 2025-2026: the $163 million rebuild of the Perth Hockey Stadium is underway. This national centre of excellence will ensure the Australian Kookaburras and Hockeyroos continue to be based in Western Australia and will be a platform to host national and international championships. Read more (https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/2025-26-wa-state-budget-bp1.pdf) • State budget 2025-2026: has allocated a record $332 million in this Budget to support new community sporting infrastructure including new light towers; new pitches, ovals, fields or hardcourts; or new and upgraded change rooms to give women and girls appropriate places to change. Read more(https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/2025-26-wa-state-budget-bp1.pdf) • The Major Capital Works Grant supports incorporated not-for-profit sporting clubs in the City of Cockburn to develop, upgrade, or extend their facilities. Eligible clubs must be based in the City, operating on Council or government-owned land, and serving a significant local population. The maximum grant is $50,000, with the City contributing up to 50% of the total project cost. Read more(https://www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/Community/Grants-Funding-Subsidies/Grants-and-Funding-Programs/Major-Capital-Works-Grant-Sporting-Clubs)

NEW SOUTH WALES • The City of Sydney offers the Food Support Grant to increase access to affordable, healthy, and culturally-appropriate food, supporting both small-scale (Tier 1) and large-scale (Tier 2) projects that improve food access, community skills, and essential food support services within its local area. R(https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community-support-funding/food-support-grant)ead more(https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community-support-funding/food-support-grant) GRANT OPPORTUNITY • Macca's Sponsorships. Contributes to sporting organisations that develop kids’ sports skills and provide opportunities for them to play. Hundreds of sporting clubs across Australia benefit from the support of their local McDonald’s restaurant and in some states, restaurants work together to support state-wide programs. Read more(https://mcdonalds.com.au/our-impact/community-connection/local-initiatives)

QUEENSLAND • Ariana’s Bright Future Grants offers small grants to help community groups in the Pumicestone electorate with equipment or expenses, or to assist individuals pursuing sporting or academic opportunities. $250 each quarter is awarded to four recipients in the Pumicestone electorate, helping with equipment, participation costs or local projects for academic, sporting, and community opportunities. Read more(https://arianadoolan.com.au/arianas-bright-future-grants/)

SOUTH AUSTRALIA • Suicide Prevention Community Grants support community groups, sporting clubs, and Aboriginal organisations to improve suicide postvention preparedness through training, planning, and support. Funding covers planning, education, travel, and counselling support. Grant amounts of up to $5,000 are available and applications close October 31st 2025 or when funds run out. Drought-affected and Aboriginal groups are encouraged to apply. Read more(https://www.preventivehealth.sa.gov.au/engage-with-us/grants-funding/south-australian-suicide-prevention-community-grants)

NATIONAL • Grant Opportunity: Macca's Sponsorships contribute to sporting organisations that develop kids’ sports skills and provide opportunities for them to play. Hundreds of sporting clubs across Australia benefit from the support of their local McDonald’s restaurant and in some states, restaurants work together to support state-wide programs. R(https://mcdonalds.com.au/our-impact/community-connection/local-initiatives)ead more (https://mcdonalds.com.au/our-impact/community-connection/local-initiatives) • Saputo Dairy supports non-profit organisations promoting healthy living through nutrition and physical activity. They sponsor projects with measurable social outcomes in Australia, Canada, the US, Argentina, or the UK. The focus is on initiatives that align with Saputo’s community engagement objectives to positively impact consumers, employees, and local communities. Read more(https://www.saputodairyaustralia.com.au/en/our-promise/local-community-partnerships)

NATIONAL • ​Federal budget 2024–25: $43.9 million to work towards eliminating HIV transmission by 2030. People with or at risk of HIV will receive better prevention, testing and information. There will also be more training around HIV for the health and support workforce. Read more(https://www.health.gov.au/ministers/the-hon-mark-butler-mp/media/budget-2024-25-cheaper-medicines-new-medicare-urgent-care-clinics-and-more-free-mental-health-services-in-a-stronger-medicare?language=en) • Federal budget 2025–26: The Albanese Government is contributing the largest investment in Medicare since its creation 41 years ago allocating $7.9 billion so all Australians can see a GP for free, a $657.9 million commitment to open 50 Medicare Urgent Care Clinics, and $792.9 million to deliver more choice, lower costs and better health care for women. Read more(https://www.health.gov.au/ministers/the-hon-mark-butler-mp/media/budget-2025-26-building-a-stronger-medicare-with-a-history-making-health-budget) NEW SOUTH WALES • This year, the Get NSW Active program will offer funding of $10 million for projects that encourage and make it easier for families to walk and ride to school. A total program budget of $60 million is available for FY2025/26 distributing $50 million for the Get NSW Active program and $10 million for the Get Kids Active program. Read more(https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/system/files/media/documents/2024/Get-NSW-Active-FY25-26-Funding-Guidelines-10.pdf)

NATIONAL • Federal Budget 2025-2026: The Government provided $35 million in operating funding over 5 years from 1 January 2024, with ongoing funding of $8.0 million per annum from 2027–28, to expand Sport Integrity Australia’s remit to address the threats of bullying, harassment, racism, discrimination, violence and sexual misconduct and provide a system that supports wide reaching cultural change within sport. Read more(https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-03/2025-26_health_pbs_4.16_sport_integrity_australia.pdf) • Federal Budget 2025-2026: Administered annual appropriation funding for the Sport Integrity Program in 2025–26 is estimated at $5 million, with expenditure estimated at $5 million. Read more (https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-03/2025-26_health_pbs_4.16_sport_integrity_australia.pdf) • The Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP) provides scholarships and bursaries to health professionals in rural and remote areas, supporting the cost of postgraduate courses, short courses, workshops, conferences, and vocational training to enhance their skills and capacity, with a focus on medical, nursing, midwifery, allied health, dental, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals, often with a return of service obligation.Applications for round three open in July. Read more(https://www.healthworkforce.com.au/scholarship-program?source=google.com) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • 2025-2026 Budget: is investing $1 million over four years towards the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Team Appeal. Read more(https://www.statebudget.sa.gov.au/our-budget/arts,-recreation-and-sports)

GRANT OPPORTUNITY • Social Enterprise Capability Building Grants provide funding of up to $120,000 to Australian social enterprises and trading Indigenous organisations that deliver social benefits to disadvantaged individuals, helping them grow their impact and enhance their capabilities. Read more (https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/social-enterprise-capability-building-grants) TASMANIA • 2025-2026 Budget: is committed to delivering the Ticket to Wellness program that keeps older Tasmanians active and engaged with $100 sporting and recreation vouchers. Read more(https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/440093/Budget_2025-26_Overview__Web.pdf) • 2025-2026 Budget: is committed to delivering the Ticket to Play program with $100 vouchers available for young people to help with sporting fees. Read more(https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/440093/Budget_2025-26_Overview__Web.pdf) VICTORIA • The Fish Habitat Improvement Fund – Stream 1 supports community-led projects aimed at improving fish habitats across Victoria’s marine, estuarine, and freshwater fisheries. This stream offers grants of up to $50,000 for small-scale works such as native vegetation planting, weed control, erosion control, and fencing to protect waterways. The fund encourages recreational fishers to build capacity, establish partnerships, and engage with land managers. Read more(https://vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/featured/old/go-fishing-victoria/fish-habitat-improvement-fund)

NEW SOUTH WALES • The Facility Enhancement Fund (FEF) aims to support the growth of tennis by making tennis venues more sustainable and accessible. The key objectives of the FEF are to support facility upgrades or development that will increase participation, activities, sustainability, and address barriers to participation. Funding amounts of $2,500 to $50,000 is available. Applications close August 4th 2025. Read more (https://www.tennis.com.au/nsw/clubs/tennis-nsw-facility-enhancement-fund) VICTORIA • Barwon Water - WaterSmart Business Grants offers businesses connected to drinking water funding for projects that improve water efficiency and/or achieve permanent water savings. The program will provide up to 50% of the direct costs of approved projects that deliver permanent reductions in drinking water consumption. To be eligible, projects must reduce mains water use through alternative sources (rain water, ground water, or surface water) , recycling, or efficiency improvements. Grants are open to all industry sectors and funding amounts range between $1,182 to $25,000. Read more(https://www.barwonwater.vic.gov.au/water-and-waste/saving-water/business-water-grants) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • 2025-2026 Budget: invests $15 million over two years to upgrade the Port Augusta wharf to allow public access and amenity for recreational purposes. This project is funded in partnership with the Commonwealth Government. Read more (https://www.statebudget.sa.gov.au/our-budget/arts,-recreation-and-sports) • 2025-2026 Budget: state sports venue upgrades of $7.5 million in 2026-27 to replace the track at the Adelaide Super-Drome and to undertake works at the Parks Recreation and Sport Centre. Read more(https://www.statebudget.sa.gov.au/our-budget/arts,-recreation-and-sports)

Victoria • The WorkSafe Club Safety Fund provides financial assistance to football and netball clubs to make improvements to the safety of their grounds or provide added safety for both players, volunteers, and spectators with a focus on funding occupational health and safety initiatives. Grant amounts of up to $5,000 are available. Applications close June 30th 2025. Read more(https://play.afl/victoria/community-programs/worksafe-afl-victoria-country) • WorkSafe Club Safety Fund provides financial assistance to netball clubs to make improvements to the safety of their grounds or provide added safety for both players, volunteers and spectators. Grant amounts of up to $1,500 are available per application. Applications close July 11th 2025. Read more(https://vic.netball.com.au/worksafe-club-safety-fund)

NORTHERN TERRITORY • The Electric Vehicle Charger Grants Scheme offers businesses up to $2,500 to help buy and install EV chargers on their premises. To be eligible, businesses must own an NT-registered electric vehicle and meet specific property requirements. The scheme operates on a first-come, first-served basis and supports the growth of EV infrastructure for local businesses. Applications close December 31st 2025. Read more(https://nt.gov.au/industry/business-grants-funding/electric-vehicle-charger-residential-and-business-grants-scheme) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • Powering Business Grant supports eligible small and medium sized businesses (including not-for-profit organisations) to invest in energy efficient equipment or improvements to reduce and manage energy use and costs. Grant amounts range from $2,500 to $75,000 and applications close October 31st 2025. Read more(https://business.sa.gov.au/programs/powering-business-grants)

NATIONAL • For 80+ years, Australians have been enjoying National Pies at pie nights, at social clubs, and at footy matches big and small. To say thanks, the grants program, National Pies for Local Legends, has been launched. Any registered Australian community group, sporting club or not-for-profit organisation can apply. A grant of $1,000 each month will be awarded over 12 months, beginning in March 2025. A major grant of $10,000 will be awarded at the end of the program. Read more (https://tasmanianbakeries.com.au/local-legends/) • The Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund is a national charity that empowers talented young athletes facing financial hardship by providing $1,000 scholarships to those selected to represent their state, territory, or country. Read more(https://sesf.org.au/) • The dAis Athlete Grant supports the goals of the HP2032+ Sport Strategy, the Federal Government, through the Australian Sports Commission’s dAIS program, provides direct financial support to athletes. This funding helps them focus on training and competition in Olympic, Paralympic, and Commonwealth Games sports. Read more(https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/dais) • The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) provides grants and funding for all levels of sport nationwide. R(https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding)ead more (https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding)to see and apply for these current grants. • The Local Sporting Champions program provides financial assistance ranging from $500 to $750 to athletes, coaches, and officials aged 12-18 for expenses related to participating in state, national, or international championships, with additional funding available for long-distance and international travel, and for those residing in rural electorates, with applications open year-round and assessed in four funding rounds. R(https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/local_sporting_champions)ead more (https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/local_sporting_champions) • Each season, the Grassroots Cricket Fund (GCF) will fund specific priority areas in grassroots cricket. This season, the GCF's focus is on empowering community clubs and indoor cricket centres to promote themselves in their communities, create quality experiences for their members through contingency plans and succession strategies and upskilling administrators and volunteers. Grant amounts of up to $3000 are available and applications close September 14th 2025. Read more (https://play.cricket.com.au/community/resources/club-admin/finance-funding-sponsorship/grassroots-cricket-fund) • The Woolworths Netball Grants Program supports grassroots netball clubs and associations across the country to improve the health and wellbeing of Aussie kids. This year, grants of $2,000 will be awarded to up to 40 clubs across Australia, as well as there being a massive $20,000 grant for the winner of the 2025 People’s Choice Award. Applications close August 29th 2025. Read more (https://woolworthsnetballgrants.com.au/) • Toyota Good for Footy Raffle helps footy clubs around Australia fundraise via a raffle run by Toyota. Applications close September 8th 2025. Read more(https://www.toyota.com.au/explore/community/partnerships/afl-aflw/raffle) • The Australian Government is providing $480 million over ten years to support Rugby League in the Pacific, running from 2024–25 to 2034. The program will help establish a men’s Papua New Guinea team in the NRL by 2028 and support a women’s PNG team to compete in national and state-level competitions. Applications close December 31st 2034. Read more(http://grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=19559d59-5df9-4f9b-a725-d7dd2835056f) • Growing Football Community Grant Program provides tangible support to clubs and associations, with a focus on initiatives that look to attract or retain women and girls in football. Up to $3,500 is available and applications close September 9th 2025. Read more (https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/community-grants) • Future Stars Grant provides equipment to junior sports clubs around the country, reducing costs for families and helping more kids stay active and involved in sport. Up to $5,000 is available and applications close August 31st 2025. Read more(https://heyswysh.com/pages/future-stars-grant) • Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Program provides access to funding for the development of sustainable, functional, inclusive and fit-for-purpose active recreation and sport facilities that meet the current and future needs of the South Australian community. Up to $750,000 is available and applications close October 8th 2025. Read more(https://www.orsr.sa.gov.au/grants/infrastructure-projects) QUEENSLAND • Community Assistance Grants provide financial support to community organisations and individuals for projects in sports, arts, heritage, recreation, or other community activities within the Qulpie Shire. Applications can be made year-round, but funding may be limited towards the end of the financial year. Requests must be submitted on the approved application form, and an acquittal form is required within 8 weeks of project completion. Read more (https://quilpie.qld.gov.au/community/community-grants/) • Caloundra RSL is committed to supporting the Sunshine Coast community through financial sponsorships, in-kind contributions, and community raffles. Offering two types of sponsorship: Major Sponsorship for sporting and cultural clubs needing significant support, including financial assistance and materials, and In-Kind Sponsorship for one-off events, providing gift cards, club vouchers, or free room hire to assist community events. Read more(https://caloundrarsl.com.au/community-support/) • The Community Benefit Fund supports local projects that promote healthy, active outdoor recreation, especially for young people. The key objectives of the KBSC Community Benefit Fund is to support initiatives and programs that aim to increase sports participation within the local community. Applicants must be based in the Livingstone Shire. Applications open July 14th 2025. Read more (https://kbsc.com.au/community/) • The Junior Sports Development Program QLD supports junior sport (under 18) in the QLD operational areas of Glencore’s Coal Assets Australia. Up to $7,500 is available and applications close August 31st 2025. Read more (https://glencore.smartygrants.com.au/) • The Active Industry Base Fund 2023–2026 focuses on strengthening the capability of state level organisations so they can meet the changing needs of Queenslanders. Funding is designed to build and strengthen the capability of eligible organisations to service current and emerging needs within their activity or sector. Read more (https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/active-industry-base-fund) • The Emerging Athlete Pathways (EAP) program supports eligible young athletes, coaches and officials aged 10-18 years to progress on a development pathway by providing financial assistance to help alleviate the costs associated with attending state, national and international events. Read more(https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/emerging-athlete-pathways/eligiblity) NEW SOUTH WALES • State budget 2025-2026: $25.8 million for the Office of Sport to support local community-based sport. Read more(https://www.budget.nsw.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/overview#culture-and-sport) • The Youth Sport in Portside Suburbs program supports families of children and youth participating in sports within Portside suburbs. Funding of up to $1,500 is available per application during two annual calling periods in February and August. Read more (https://pwcs.com.au/community/partnerships) • Active Kids is a program to help NSW families meet the cost of getting their kids into sport and active fitness and recreation activities. To be eligible for the voucher, you must have received Family Tax Benefit Part A, Part B or both in the current or previous financial year. The $50 voucher is available twice a year to use towards sport, creative and cultural activities. Read more (https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/active-and-creative-kids-voucher) • Junior Sports Development Program NSW supports junior sport (under 18) in the NSW operational areas of Glencore’s Coal Assets Australia. Up to $7,500 is available and applications close August 31st 2025. Read more(https://glencore.smartygrants.com.au/) VICTORIA • The Significant Sporting Events Program is available to sporting events that are national or international in focus, or have regional significance, and are recognised by a relevant sporting body. Grant amounts of up to $150,000 are available and applications close August 15th 2025. Read more (https://sport.vic.gov.au/funding/significant-sporting-events-program) • The Peter Amor Sports Participation Fund Grant program distributes grants of up to $5,000 to sporting clubs, groups and organisations promoting sporting pursuits to provide access to, or encourage participation from, disadvantaged individuals and groups. Read more (https://www.ballaratfoundation.org.au/page/87/how-to-apply) • Growing Healthy Communities Grants funds organisations that support young Victorians (0-25 years) and their families to achieve good health and wellbeing. Grant amounts range between $10,000 and $150,000, and applications close October 30th 2025. Read more (https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/growing-healthy-communities-grants-round-2) TASMANIA • State budget 2025-2026: $100 vouchers available for young people to help with sporting fees. Read more(https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/budget-2025/resources/Budget_2025-26_Overview__Web.pdf#page=7) NORTHERN TERRITORY • State budget 2025-2026: $100 sport vouchers, twice a year. Read more(https://budget.nt.gov.au/_resources/documents/2025/papers/2025-26-bp1-speech-appropriation-bill.pdf#page=14) • State budget 2025-2026: $2 million for Aboriginal sport development, up to $75,000 grants for recreational fishing infrastructure and $5.5 million for new walking trails in Watarrka National Park. Read more (https://budget.nt.gov.au/_resources/documents/2025/papers/2025-26-bp1-speech-appropriation-bill.pdf#page=14) • The Sport Voucher Scheme lets NT-based providers register to offer sport, recreation or cultural activities to children. Registered providers can receive up to two $200 vouchers per child each year. Applications close May 1st 2026. Read more(https://grantsnt.nt.gov.au/grants/urban-sport-voucher-scheme-activity-providers-202425-202526) WESTERN AUSTRALIA • State budget 2025-2026: will invest $60 million over seven years, to support the establishment of an NRL team in WA. This funding will support grassroots development and see a positive economic return to the State, as WA enters a national competition that will support new jobs and visitation to Western Australia. Read more(https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/2025-26-wa-state-budget-bp1.pdf) • WA Golf Foundation Grants are designed to assist the development of golf within Western Australia. The intent of the WA Golf Foundation Grants is to provide support and funding to golfing organisations for programmes that target adults who have not played the game before. Up to $5,000 of funding is available. Applications for round four closes October 1st 2025. Read more (https://wagf.org.au/cms/get-funding/) • The Cockburn Junior Sport Travel Assistance program offers up to $400 for young athletes representing Western Australia or Australia at state, national, or international competitions. Applicants must be under 21, reside in the City of Cockburn, and travel more than 100km, with proof of selection. Applications are accepted in four rounds, closing on the first Friday of March, June, September, and December. Read more (https://www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/JuniorSportTravelGrants) • The Shire of Nannup’s Community Grants Program provides funding for community and sporting projects that benefit the local area. Two rounds are held annually: March–April for projects starting between July and December, and September–October for projects starting in January. Grants support Small Projects (up to $500), Medium Projects (up to $1,000 matching), Large Events (up to $3,000 matching), and Venue Hire assistance. Read more (https://www.nannup.wa.gov.au/community/connect/community-grant.aspx) • The Sporting Travel Grant offers financial assistance to Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale residents selected to compete in national or international sporting events. Individual grants provide $200, while teams with more than three members can receive $500, distributed through their club or association. Read more (https://www.sjshire.wa.gov.au/community/your-community/sj-community-grants-program/sporting-travel-grant.aspx) • The Major Event Grant supports local community groups hosting significant community, sporting, or cultural events in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale. The grant is available twice a year, with funding between $5,000 and $20,000 ex GST for events that attract attendees from the Shire, Peel Region, and surrounding areas. Read more (https://www.sjshire.wa.gov.au/community/your-community/sj-community-grants-program/major-grants.aspx) • The Active Regional Communities (ARC) Grants program aims to increase the opportunities for regional people to participate in sport and active recreation activities in regional Western Australia and is tailored to meet the ever-changing demands and challenges of sport and active recreation groups within the nine diverse regions of the State. This opportunity is ongoing. Read more (https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/regional-funding) • The North West Travel Subsidy (NWTS) aims to encourage participation in identified sport and active recreation activities for athletes living in the regions of the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne and other remote locations within the Mid West and Goldfields regions. This opportunity is ongoing. Read more (https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/regional-funding) • The Regional Athlete Travel Subsidy Scheme (ATSS) supports regional athletes who have progressed into the high performance pathway of their chosen sport and are pursuing regional, state and national representation. Funding can cover out-of-pocket travel and accommodation expenses directly related to competitions and programs. Read more (https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/regional-funding) • Sport and Recreation Events Funding Program provides financial support to assist sport and active recreation organisations to plan, secure and deliver sport and mass participation events in Western Australia. Grant amounts of up to $50,000 is available and applications close September 1st 2025. Read more (https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/sport-and-recreation-events-funding-program)

NATIONAL • Coaching Grants provides state and territory sporting associations with financial assistance towards coaching costs. Member state and territory associations can claim up to $1000.00 from AMA each financial year, towards coaching costs. The member association must contribute at least 50% towards the coaching costs. Read more(https://australianmastersathletics.org.au/?page_id=1498) QUEENSLAND • The First Nations Innovation Acceleration Program offers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-owned businesses in Queensland the opportunity to scale and grow through innovation. The program provides up to $100,000 in investment grants and tailored strategic advisory support in areas like finance, marketing, legal, and business development. Applications close February 4th 2027. Read more(https://advance.qld.gov.au/grants-and-programs/first-nations-business-acceleration-program) TASMANIA • State budget 2025-2026: $1.5 million in our Tasmanian Institute of Sport Talent ID Program ahead of the Brisbane Olympics. Read more(https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/budget-2025/treasurers-budget-speech) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • The Business for Good: Social Enterprise Sector Development program will support up to 80 South Australian (SA) small social enterprise businesses with key business fundamentals to strengthen their knowledge, capacity and capability to deliver social, environmental and economic outcomes for SA with long-term business sustainability and growth. Grants are always available. Read more(https://www.sasec.org.au/businessforgood) WESTERN AUSTRALIA • State budget 2025-2026: Small Business Growth Grants program, offering grants of up to $10,000 to support small business owners to expand their businesses. Read more (https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/2025-26-wa-state-budget-bp1.pdf) • Local Capability Fund - Standards Compliance Round helps local businesses improve risk management, business performance and efficiency. The Fund helps small and medium-sized enterprises in Western Australia to increase their capability, capacity and competitiveness as suppliers of products, services and works to the Western Australian Government, major projects and other important markets. Grants of up to $20,000 are available and applications close September 1st 2025. Read more(https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-energy-and-economic-diversification/local-capability-fund)

QUEENSLAND • Round three for SwimStart vouchers is now open. When a round is open, parents, carers or guardians can apply for a voucher valued up to $150 for their child, which can be used towards swimming lessons with a registered SwimStart activity provider. There is a limit of one voucher per child per financial year. Read more(https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/swimstart/apply) NORTHERN TERRITORY • State budget 2025-2026: $450,000 for free pool access at the Alice Springs Aquatic Centre over summer weekends – backing lifestyle, not just infrastructure. Read more(https://budget.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/1515079/2025-26-bp1-speech-appropriation-bill.pdf) • The Learn to Swim Voucher Scheme allows swim providers in the NT to register and receive up to $200 per child. To be eligible, providers must have public liability insurance, working with children clearances, a Member Protection Policy, and AUSTSWIM certification. Applications close May 1st 2026. Read more(https://grantsnt.nt.gov.au/grants/learn-to-swim-voucher-scheme-activity-providers-202425-202526) WESTERN AUSTRALIA • State budget 2025-2026: have committed $15 million to complete the WACA redevelopment, which along with a community hub and aquatic facility will deliver world class high performance facilities. Read more(https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/2025-26/budget-papers/2025-26-wa-state-budget-bp1.pdf)

NATIONAL • LuminaX (LX) Healthtech Accelerator provides comprehensive support to ten healthtech startups focused on improving health outcomes, including bio, medical, mental, fitness, sport, and wellness sectors by using technology to solve problems in the healthcare space i.e. platforms, apps, databases, mobile solutions and wearables. Selected startups will be offered up to $200,000 investment, $50k in-kind program support and will be connected to a network of VC’s & early-stage investors. Applications open on January 1st 2026. Read more (https://lxhealth.com.au/luminax-accelerator/) • The Sky Is Not the Limit Social Impact Grant offers up to $10,000 in design, marketing, and “AI for Good” strategy services for purpose-driven brands. Open to nonprofits, social enterprises, B Corps, and mission-led for-profits, it helps amplify your message through branding, website development, campaign strategy, social media marketing, and ethical use of AI for greater impact. Applications close August 19th 2025. Read more(https://bombshellimpact.com/sky/) WESTERN AUSTRALIA • Local Capability Fund - Digital Transformation Round provides support for eligible businesses to enhance their operations through digital and data technology. The Fund helps small and medium-sized enterprises in Western Australia to increase their capability, capacity and competitiveness as suppliers of products, services and works to the Western Australian Government, major projects and other important markets. Grant amounts of up to $25,000 are available and applications close September 4th 2025. Read more(https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-energy-and-economic-diversification/local-capability-fund)

VICTORIA • The Melbourne Airport Community Giving Fund supports local initiatives for sporting clubs, arts, and community groups. The fund offers up to $2,000 for projects such as new uniforms for sporting clubs, supplies for art exhibitions, and improvements to community facilities like kitchens or gardens. Applications are open year-round for communities around Melbourne Airport, with funding prioritising organisations in the surrounding local government areas. Read more(https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/community/melbourne-airport-community-giving-fund?srsltid=AfmBOorLwaE_3xDs0ULgohy5GDkLlRo6Mf7AziyarOTeJDstuQS4EJ01) WESTERN AUSTRALIA • Kidsport enables Western Australian children take part in community sport and swimming lessons. The KidSport Program continues to support costs for essential uniforms and equipment and easier access to KidSport for asylum seekers, refugees, humanitarian entrants, and children in care. Read more(https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/kidsport)

QUEENSLAND • The Queensland Government is offering a $5,000 up-front grant for small businesses with under $300,000 in annual revenue. Eligible businesses must have a Queensland-based ABN, be GST-registered, and headquartered in Queensland. Eligible categories under this program include strategic marketing services and business continuity and succession. Read more(https://www.granthelp.com.au/news/5-000-government-grant-for-queensland-based-businesses-opening-in-soon#:~:text=This%20$5,000%20grant%20requires%20no,and%20be%20registered%20for%20GST.)

NATIONAL • As part of their mission to empower and inspire girls to embrace life to the fullest, Play Like A Girl are thrilled to announce 10 scholarships available for their upcoming program. If selected, you’ll receive a fully funded spot in the program, with the entire course fees covered valued at $1,495. Read more(https://www.playlikeagirlaustralia.com/scholarship) • The Amble Adventure Grant offers women and non-binary people across Australia and New Zealand the chance to pursue meaningful outdoor adventures, with over $5,500 in support available. Now in its third year, the grant provides apparel, gear, and cash contributions to help applicants step confidently into new outdoor experiences, whether it’s a first overnight hike, solo camping trip, or learning a brand-new skill. Applications close September 14th 2025. Read more(https://ambleoutdoors.com.au/pages/ambles-adventure-grant) SOUTH AUSTRALIA • State budget 2025-2026: $5.4 million for women and girls sport funded through Power of Her Round 2. Read more(https://www.treasury.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/1159381/2025-26-Budget-Overview.pdf) • The objective of the The Power of Her - Infrastructure and Participation Program (IPP) is to build on and deepen the legacy of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup by providing funding for dedicated facilities, improvements to facilities, equipment and programs for girls’ and women’s sport in South Australia. Grant amounts of up to Up to $3,000,000 are available. Applications close August 15th 2025. Read more(https://www.orsr.sa.gov.au/grants/the-power-of-her-infrastructure-and-participation-program)