Grants and Funding for Sport and Recreation
Various funding programs and concessions are available from government and non-government sources to provide financial assistance in the sport and active recreation sector to organisations, community groups, and individuals.
This topic primarily covers the financial support offered by federal, state, and territory governments and recognised National Sporting Organisations (NSOs) in Australia.
The Australian Sports Directory provides a list of NSOs recognised by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC).
Other organisations, including local governments, charities, commercial businesses, etc., may also offer grants and funding opportunities. You can contact these types of organisations directly, or use one of the grant finders below, to find out more.
In 2015 Australian governments (federal, state and local) invested around AU$1.9b in the sport and active recreation sector. 1
The Clearinghouse for Sport does not provide grants or funding. Please contact the organisations listed below for information on available grant and funding opportunities.
National
Australian Sports Commission
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is the Australian Government agency responsible for supporting and investing in sport at all levels.Australian Sports Foundation
The Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) is a non-profit charity that helps raise money for the development of Australian sport.
State and territory
Sport
Grant finders
Grant finding tools allow you to search for grants and funding opportunities across a range of organisations within specific jurisdictions.
National
GrantConnect, opens in a new tab. Provides centralised publication of forecast and current Australian Government grant opportunities and grants awarded.
Business.gov.au, opens in a new tab. Provides a free resource to find grants, funding, support programs from across government aimed at organisations doing business in Australia (including companies, not-for-profits, partnerships, sole traders, and/or trusts).
GrantGuru, opens in a new tab. Database of nationwide grants and funding programs for community based and not-for-profit organisations. Provides both free and premium services and options. [Registration required to access free search]
Australian Capital Territory
ACT Government, opens in a new tab. Contains links and information on a variety of Territory Government grants.
New South Wales
NSW Government, opens in a new tab. Find a government initiative, grant or funding program to help support your business, your project or your community.
Northern Territory
GrantsNT, opens in a new tab. Find a range of Northern Territory Government grants, scholarships and other support for businesses, community organisations and individuals in the Northern Territory.
Queensland
Queensland Government, opens in a new tab. Find Queensland Government grants and assistance programs aimed at businesses, community groups, government (including local), individuals, and researchers/research institutes.
Tasmania
Business Tasmania, opens in a new tab. Provides a comprehensive list of funding opportunities available to businesses in Tasmania.
Victoria
Victorian Government, opens in a new tab. Search for government grants and assistance within the state of Victoria. Find community, education, legal, and business grants or financial assistance that are available.
Business Victoria, opens in a new tab. Use the filters on this page to find grants and programs to support your business.
Resources
Grant writing guidelines and online resources
Find practical tips and online tools to help you plan, write, and submit stronger grant applications.Supporting evidence
When writing grants you may need to provide information and evidence to support your application.
References
- Intergenerational Review of Australian Sport - 2017, BCG Consulting for the Australian Sports Commission, p.42, (2017).
Last updated: 07 May 2025 Content disclaimer: See Clearinghouse for Sport disclaimer
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