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Our Sporting Future Grant Program now open for applications

In Summary

The Our Sporting Future Grant Program is now open, offering funding to support community sport development projects across Greater Shepparton.
Grants are available in five categories, ranging from $5,000 for Sports Aid and Junior Participation to up to $30,000 for larger projects, with matching and in-kind support options.
Applications must be submitted by 5.00pm on Friday 29 November 2024, via Council's SmartyGrants portal.
Applicants are encouraged to consult with the Sporting Clubs Officer for eligibility details by phoning (03) 5832 9594 or emailing council@shepparton.vic.gov.au.

Council is inviting community sport organisations to apply for a share of the funding pool, which is available across five categories. The five categories are:

Sports Aid up to $5,000
Junior and Youth Participation up to $5,000
Women and Girls up to $10,000
Majors up to $30,000 matching $1 for $1
Minors category up to $15,000 matching $1 for $1 with an in-kind component available.

This grant program is designed to assist community sport organisations with small to medium-sized facility development projects and to foster growth in emerging sports throughout the region.

Applications will be accepted until 5.00pm on Friday 29 November 2024. Applications for this grant program must be submitted via Council’s SmartyGrants online portal here.

Council strongly encourages applicants to contact the Sporting Clubs Officer (Program Coordinator) at Greater Shepparton City Council to discuss proposed activities and eligibility requirements before submitting an application.

Contact Details:

Telephone: (03) 5832 9594
Email: council@shepparton.vic.gov.au

Tap here for more information on the grant and how to apply.

Organisations/groups can only receive funding in one category per round. For further information, please call Council on 5832 9700 or email council@shepparton.vic.gov.au.