Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the sport 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 12 of 53A funding program that provides support to increase children's access to creative industries, tourism, and sport activities and experiences. The grant aims to remove barriers and expand participation opportunities for kids in these sectors across Western Australia.
Grants to support community sport and recreation activities in regional Western Australia. The program funds projects that increase participation in sport and recreation, build community capacity, and promote active and healthy lifestyles in regional areas.
The dAIS Athlete Grant provides direct financial support to elite athletes training for Olympic, Paralympic, and Commonwealth Games to enable them to focus on training and competition. Athletes are nominated by their National Sporting Organisation/Discipline (NSO/D) and receive funding primarily to cover basic living costs while pursuing medal-winning success at future Games.
This program provides grants to support and increase hiking participation across Western Australia. Funding is available for organizations and groups to develop hiking initiatives, improve trail access, and promote hiking as a recreational activity.
Grants supporting community-led projects that enhance local places and spaces for sport and recreation. Funding assists communities to develop, improve, and activate places where people can participate in sport and recreation activities.
The Active Transport Infrastructure grants launched in 2023 to build more active transport infrastructure and deliver active transport election commitment projects, which plan, design and construct footpaths, shared paths and cycleways across NSW.
The Parramatta to Sydney Foreshore Link will deliver Sydney’s longest continuous foreshore path for walking and riding. Funding is provided to councils and authorities to design and build active transport infrastructure along the foreshore.
The reVITALise – Public Transport Precinct Vibrancy Grant will enliven people’s everyday walk or wheel to and from public transport by embedding vibrancy, amenity and creativity along the first and last mile.
A funding program that provides financial support to eligible clubs and community organizations to install or upgrade lighting facilities at their venues. The program aims to extend operating hours and improve safety and accessibility for members and the community.
The 2024/25 Partnership Program (Identified Organisations) enables the Office of Sport to partner with key industry stakeholders to address priority issues and capitalise on opportunities to further areas of the Office of Sport Strategic Plan.
The 2025/26 Partnership Program (Identified Organisations) enables the Office of Sport to partner with key industry stakeholders to address priority issues and capitalise on opportunities to further areas of the Office of Sport Strategic Plan.
A multi-year funding program supporting the development and delivery of sports and recreation activities across Western Australia. The grant aims to increase participation in physical activity and sport, particularly in regional and underserved communities.
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.