Grants

Every year, millions of dollars in grants are available to support community sporting clubs across Australia. These grants help clubs improve facilities, strengthen operations, grow participation, nurture talent, and create safe, inclusive environments for all.

This page is your one-stop destination for everything you need to find, apply for, and manage grants successfully.

Grants can help your club: ✔ Upgrade or maintain facilities and equipment ✔ Support volunteer training and development ✔ Deliver inclusion and diversity programs ✔ Launch community engagement initiatives ✔ Fund player development and pathways

We’ve curated the best resources and tools to make your search easier:

• The Rugby Club Foundation – Supporting grassroots rugby through grants and Herron Scholarships Participation
• Grants & Funding – Clearinghouse for Sport
• Be Grant Ready
• The Australian Rugby Foundation
• State & Territory Agencies - find local funding opportunties
  • Sport NSW – Funding Opportunities
  • Queensland Government Grants Finder
  • Sports & Rec Vic - Sporting Club Grants Program
  • ACT Sport & Rec

Follow these steps for the best chance of securing funding:

1. Plan Ahead – Align grant applications with your club’s strategic priorities.
2. Read Guidelines Carefully – Understand eligibility and key assessment criteria.
3. Tell Your Story – Highlight the impact your club has on the community.
4. Include Evidence – Provide data, letters of support, and case studies.
5. Meet All Deadlines – Late applications are rarely considered.

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