Grassroots sports clubs are the heartbeat of so many local communities and the State Government is backing them to be even better with a new round of grants to up-skill staff and volunteers.
Last week the Minister for Community Sport, Ros Spence, announced applications are open for the Sporting Club Grants Program, with a focus on up-skilling volunteers so they can continue playing a vital role at their local clubs.
Grants of up to $5000 are available for clubs to improve the skills and knowledge of volunteers, coaches and officials, as well as grants of up to $4000 to help clubs deliver new programs to the community.
Clubs can also apply for grants of up to $1000 to purchase uniforms and equipment, and $750 travel grants are also available to participate in competitions away from home.
Since 2014, the Sporting Club Grants Program has injected almost $18.4 million into the community and supported thousands of clubs across the state, improving the experience of local community sport for everyone involved.
The program is backed by the Regional Community Sport Development Fund that is delivering infrastructure upgrades as well as the Regional Community Sport Infrastructure Fund to help more regional Victorians get active and be part of their local sporting club.
Applications for this round close March 27.
