Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the athletes sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 2 of 2The dAIS grant program provides direct financial support to elite athletes to enable them to focus on training and competitions for Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games sports. The primary purpose is to support athletes' basic living costs, aligned with the HP2032+ Sport Strategy outcomes.
Provides financial support to categorised Paralympic athletes whose Disability Support Pension (DSP) payments have been affected due to travelling outside Australia for training and/or competitions exceeding the 28-day general travel allowance in a financial year. The ASC commits $97,000 annually to support eligible athletes.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.