Funding, grants and scholarships

Funding is critical to the successful operation of organisations and it’s an important part of the support that we provide.

The department, through grants, subsidies and scholarships, provides funding to organisations who facilitate sport and active recreation. Funding is important to support the industry and provide active opportunities for every Western Australian.

There are many areas which have access to funding, including:

Sport and community organisations
Facilities
Regional areas

Funding can be accessed through these key areas

Facilities (CSRFF)

Through CSRFF the State Government invests $7 million for the 2016-2017 financial year towards the development of high-quality physical environments in which people can enjoy sport and recreation.

State Sporting Associations and Peak Bodies

Totaling over $5.3 million invested in 2012/13, funding through the Organisational Sustainability Program and other programs support the industry to deliver sport and recreation throughout Western Australia.

Individuals

Individuals can apply for scholarships, subsidies and grants to support participation and achievement including KidSport, and travel subsidies for regional athletes.

Clubs

Sport and recreation clubs have access to a wide range of funding opportunities help increase participation in grassroots sport and recreation.

Trails

Together with Lotterywest, funding is available to improve, maintain and support trails in Western Australia.

Regional funding

Regional funding opportunities to ensure sport and recreation is as accessible and vibrant in the regions as it is in the metropolitan area.

Targeted Participation Program Funding Scheme

The Targeted Participation Program provides funding for organisations to promote participation and active engagement of Western Australian communities in sport and active recreation.

Australian Sports Commission

There are a number of opportunities for individuals and sporting organisations to receive funding through the Australian Sports Commission (ASC).

Funding A to Z

Supporting a sustainable and diverse industry

Access to funding is central to our team’s core business to support the development of a sustainable and diverse sport and recreation system that encourages participation, develops talent and contributes to the health and wellbeing of individuals and groups in WA.

In 2012/13, the department provided:

$22.7 million to 117 facilities through the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF).
$14.8 million from the Sports Lotteries Account to fund State Sporting Association programs, peak agencies, regional sport and community sport.
$1.15 million for 26 trails projects.

Funding sources

The Department sources additional funds to further support sport and recreation in Western Australia. Our funding sources include the State Government, Lotterywest and Royalties for Regions.

Fundraising

Fundraising is a great way for sport and recreation organisations to find extra revenue. Whether your organisation is fundraising for some new uniforms or planning a big clubhouse upgrade there are a number of ways to achieve your goals.

Department recognition

Receiving funding often requires some recognition of the Department. This can depend on the funding provided. Successful applicants should read about the ways to recognise the Department for funding which includes downloadable logo files.