Other sources

There are a number of opportunities for other grants funding for individuals/sporting organisations available including:

  • The Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) is a non-profit organisation set up by the federal government to assist not-for-profit groups raise money for eligible sports projects. The ASF is listed in the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997, which enables donations to be tax deductible under certain conditions.

  • The Australian Government provides a wide range of financial assistance across all portfolio areas. The website www.grantslink.gov.au provides an online database service to identify sources of Australian Government funding.

  • Additional Government information can be found through the Parliamentary Library.

  • Our Community -strengthens 700,000 community, education and non-profit groups by providing funding advice, a free online donations and volunteers service and practical information.

  • Commonwealth Grants Commission – financial assistance grants to local governments.

  • Department of Health and Ageing – covers the spectrum of health and medical research, including biomedical, clinical and public health.

  • Government of Western Australia – community grants for WA-based organisations and funding directory.

For further information on the above programs, see related links below.

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700 athlete scholarships are offered annually at the AIS.
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