Grants
Funding grants are one of a valuable range of fundraising options available to sporting clubs. Sporting clubs are encouraged to maintain an annual diary, as most funding grants are cyclical. This will mean you are well prepared when the funding grant you require is released or opened to the public.
Key considerations when your club is applying for a grant:
- Grants cannot be utilised in retrospect. Grants will not refund any purchases you have already made.
- Please ensure your application is aligned with the intention on the grant. For example, if the grant is community-based, consider how the grant will strengthen the community, and not just your club on its own.
- Ensure you have read all eligibility requirements and guidelines.
- Be intentional and specific with your applications – grants are not “handouts”.
- Sports Focus cannot apply for and complete the grant application on your behalf, but we can be there to support you through the steps.
Don’t forget that our Sports Focus Staff are available to provide assistance to clubs in applying for funding grants. If you have any questions or require assistance with the application, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
GRANTS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
Federal Volunteer Grants 2025–2026 – Expressions of Interest Now Open
Community organisations across the Bendigo electorate are encouraged to apply for the 2025–2026 Federal Volunteer Grants program. The program provides grants of $1,000 to $5,000
Sporting Club Grants Program
The Sporting Club Grants Program provides funding to community sport and active recreation organisations across Victoria. The program supports grassroots clubs to reduce participation barriers,
Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program
The Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program supports Aboriginal Victorians by providing funding to help them take part in Aboriginal sporting carnivals, purchase uniforms and equipment,
Women Leaders in Sport Grant
Women Leaders in Sport Grants Now Open Women working in all areas of sport are invited to apply for funding through the Australian Sports Commission’s
Regional All Abilities Participation Grant
Regional All Abilities Participation Grants support grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and community-based not-for-profit organisations, to enable ongoing, sustainable, and meaningful participation for people
Local Sports Infrastructure
The 2025-26 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund (the Fund) is a competitive Victorian Government program, open to Victorian Local Government Authorities and Alpine Resorts Victoria. The
