Sport NSW

Applications are NOW OPEN for the Local Sport Grant Program 2026/27!

Is your club looking to grow participation, create more inclusive opportunities or strengthen your future? This could be the funding boost you’ve been looking for! 🙌

Community sporting clubs and associations across NSW can apply for $2,000–$20,000, with up to $4.65 million available to support local sport.

Funding can help clubs to:
⚽ Increase participation and keep people playing
🤝 Reduce barriers and improve access
💙 Create safe and inclusive opportunities
📈 Strengthen governance and financial sustainability
🏟️ Improve the quality and sustainability of sporting facilities

Ready to take your club to the next level? Get your application in!

🔗 Learn more and apply via the link - https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/local-sport-grant-program-lsgp-2026/27

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