Grant opportunities for women in sport
GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR WOMEN IN SPORT
Federal Member for New England, Barnaby Joyce, has encouraged local organisations to consider applying for funding under the Play Our Way program which has recently been opened for applications.
The program will provide funding for local solutions and improvements that address participation barriers faced by women and girls. The following types of organisations can apply for funding through a competitive grant opportunity:
- local governments
- community organisations
- not-for-profit organisations
- sporting organisations
Successful organisations will use the grants to:
- provide safe, inclusive, quality and sustainable facilities, equipment and initiatives; and
- help women and girls to remain involved in sport and physical activity for life.
Funding will be provided under two streams and applicants may apply for funding under one or both streams:
Stream 1: Facilities – for new and upgraded sport facilities and amenities, playing areas and spaces, specifically for women and girls. Applicants can apply for a minimum of $50,000 up to a maximum of $1.5 million. For facilities and projects in small rural towns, remote or very remote communities, the maximum will be $2 million. Applications under this stream will be taken in two phases – Phase 1 expression of interest, Phase 2 full application (by invitation only).
Stream 2: Participation and equipment – for modifying and/or developing sustainable and enduring sport participation programs, and/or new or upgraded equipment, specifically for women and girls. Applicants under this stream can apply for a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $1 million. Applications under this stream will not be phased and there will be one application and assessment process.
Co-contributions are not mandatory, however the program guidelines note that co-contributions would be considered favourably, particularly in the infrastructure space.
“Social infrastructure is important for both quality of life in regional communities and also to attract more people to live in our towns and cities. I would encourage every eligible applicant to take this opportunity”, said Mr Joyce.
Additional information is available online at: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/play-our-way-program and applications will close at 2 pm on 29 April 2024 (AEST).