Grants & Funding
Clubs as not for profits can often be reliant on funding and one of the ways in which a club can seek to boost its funding is via grants. Grants can be a great potential resource for clubs to assist with improving such things as their workforce, systems or facilities.
Clubs often ask about potential grants and other funding assistance that they could utilise and where to find them and to assist with this, below is a list of grant and other funding opportunities that may be relevant for a club in South Australia. Before applying for any grants however a club should ensure that they carefully read and understand all the requirements and what the grant can be used for. Some grants will require specific eligibility criteria to be met and these could require a significant investment of time and resources to achieve.
Clubs should also note that whilst we will endeavour to keep this page reasonably updated this may not be a complete list of all the grants that may be applicable to a club in South Australia. Clubs can also find a number of different grant search engines and grant assistance tools on the following sites:
- GrantConnect
- Business Gov – Grants
- Office for Small & Family Business – Grant Programs
- Office for Recreation, Sport & Racing – Grants
- Community Grants Hub
- Grants SA – SA Government Grants Provider
- Funding Centre – Grant Help Sheets
Clubs could also approach their local council about potential grants they may have on offer currently or in the future.
Office for Small & Family Business’s Small Business Fundamentals Program
Small businesses can register to receive information on the Office for Small & Family Business’s Small Business Fundamentals Program.
The program aims to help small businesses build on their knowledge and capabilities in areas such as finance and investment, management, strategic planning, marketing and communications, human resources and more.
The program will be delivered through such means as workshops, seminars, mentoring and training sessions.
Further information can be found here.
Expand Together Grants – Equipment & Infrastructure
Multicultural organisations (e.g. ethnic & cultural clubs) can apply to the Department of the Premier and Cabinets Expand Together Grant for funds to help purchase equipment or upgrade, extend or build community facilities for use by South Australia’s culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Equipment could include such things as marquees, kitchen equipment, software and hardware etc whilst upgrades to infrastructure could include roof repairs, heating or cooling systems, bathroom facilities and kitchen upgrades etc.
The Expand Together Grant will be split into 4 different categories:
- Equipment Grant up to $50,000
- Infrastructure Grant up to $50,000
- Equipment Grant between $50,001 – $100,000
- Infrastructure Grant between $50,001 – $100,000
Clubs need to be aware however that if they request more than $50,000 there will be a matched funding requirement.
Further information can be found here.
Applications for this round close 31 January 2026.
IKEA Community Sponsorship
IKEA provides sponsorship and support to local communities that are situated near one of their stores.
As well as needing to be near a store, to receive sponsorship an organisation will have to align with IKEA’s stated vision:
- Does the program match well with our IKEA vision?
- Is the organisation registered as nonprofit or charity?
- Does the program support many local children and encourage diversity?
- Does the program support the local community or the environment?
- Can we use our design know-how and IKEA products?
- Can we involve our energetic IKEA coworkers?
Further information can be found here.
Indigenous Advancement Strategy Grants
Funding is available for eligible programs that have a positive impact on Indigenous Australians via such things as education, employment and social inclusion.
Currently grant opportunities are available under six programs:
- Jobs, Land and Economy
- Children and Schooling
- Safety and Wellbeing
- Culture and Capability
- Remote Australia Strategies
- Research and Evaluation
Incorporated associations can apply but clubs should note however that the process and requirements are extensive including the need to clearly align with eligible activities, need to have a COVD-19 Risk Management Plan etc.
Further information can be found here.
Macca’s Sponsorships
McDonalds Australia offers sponsorship to organisations that help children live a balanced, active and enriched lifestyle, such as sporting clubs.
Any application will need to reflect a grassroots and community focus.
Further information can be found here.
National Pies for Local Heroes
National Bakeries Tasmania is accepting applications for grants for any registered Australian community group, sporting club or not-for-profit organisation.
Grants of $1,000 are awarded each month, beginning in March 2025 with a major grant of $10,000 being awarded at the end of the program.
Further information can be found here.
Applications for rounds of monthly grants will close at 11.59pm on the last day of each corresponding month.
SA Suicide Prevention Community Grants
Preventive Health SA is offering grants of $5,000 to eligible applicants across SA toward suicide postvention preparedness with the aim of enhancing community support, coordination, and response following traumatic incidents, including suicides.
To be eligible, the applying organisation must:
- be a not-for-profit incorporated/unincorporated club, association or organisation that is sporting or community related
- be located in South Australia
- have an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
- have a bank account in the applying organisation’s name
- have been in operation for more than 12 months
- have more than 30+ active members.
Funding can be used for such things as costs for suicide postvention preparedness planning (for example catering, printing of workbooks, planning templates etc.), reasonable costs to support in-person attendance of organisation members at planning events etc.
Further information can be found here.
Applications close at 5:00pm, Friday 31 October 2025.
SA Water – Community Partnerships
SA Water offers funding to support grassroots community events and projects run by not-for-profit organisations.
Funding of up to $10,000 is available per partnership and applications will have to demonstrate they align with key criteria.
Further information can be found here.
SilverChef Community Grants Program
The SilverChef Community Grants Program is open to registered charities and not-for-profits that use hospitality or food service to support disadvantaged communities. Four grants worth $5,000 each are awarded each quarter globally. To be eligible, applicants should receive limited funding from other sources, have a clear and specific need for commercial kitchen equipment, and have been a registered charity or NFP for a minimum of 12 months.
Further information can be found here.
Social Impact Grants
Grants SA’s Social Impact Round offers funding of up to $10,000 to eligible organisations for short-term projects that encourage and support:
- strong and inclusive communities.
- advancing social and emotional wellbeing in the community.
Funding is prioritised for projects that support people and/or communities experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage and other vulnerabilities and who may face additional barriers to accessing services.
Further information can be found here.
Strengthening Rural Communities – Small & Vital
Grants are available for not-for-profits for a range of grassroots, community-led initiatives that directly and clearly benefit a local community. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and assessed quarterly.
Focus is on rural communities that have fewer than 15,000 people and funding will need to be for projects that align with one or more specified charitable outcomes e.g. improving community health and social wellbeing, enhancing places where communities gather etc.
Further information can be found here.
Strong & Resilient Communities Grant
The Strong and Resilient Communities (SARC) Activity provides grant funding to organisations for one-off, time limited projects that support vulnerable and disadvantaged people participate socially and economically through local community-driven solutions.
Grants are provided that help target groups including but not limited to people with disabilities and vulnerable women to:
- overcome disadvantage
- be provided with greater community engagement
- promote participation and belonging
- build self-reliance and empowerment.
Further information can be found here.
NOTE: When a club is looking at potential grants they should contact their local council to enquire about what grants they may have on offer and when. The below are just some examples of councils that are currently offering grants but it should certainly not be relied upon as a comprehensive list of all SA councils that have grants available.
- equipment
- projects
- events
Salisbury
The City of Salisbury offers community grants of up to $5,000 for incorporated groups. Applications are on an ongoing basis and can be utilised for projects relating to sport/recreation, education and training, disability support etc.
Further information can be found here.
Apprenticeship Wage Subsidies & Hiring Incentives
Subsidies and incentives may be available for an Australian business that hires, trains and keeps apprentices particularly where an apprentice is hired in a deemed “priority occupation”.
Further information can be found here and through an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider e.g. MAS National & MEGT.
- the apprenticeship journey if the individual has a long term or permanent disability
- the length of the temporary disability
- $1,750 for full time apprentices
- $875 for part time apprentices
Launch into Work
The Launch into Work program supports the delivery of pre-employment projects. These projects prepare eligible individuals for specific entry-level roles within a business. This means individuals don’t require a degree or higher-level vocational qualification to start work.
The project is co-designed with the department and the hiring employer. A well-designed project gives individuals the skills, experience and confidence they need to start work. Projects include:
- training
- practical activities in the workplace
- mentoring.
One of the program’s aims is to create long-term secure employment for women, but projects are not only for women. Anyone aged 18 years or over can participate if they are in:
- Workforce Australia Services
- Transition to Work
- ParentsNext.
Further information can be found here.
- $2,000 at 6 months and $3,000 at 12 months (full- time)
- $1,000 at 6 months and $1,500 at 12 months (part-time)
Travel & Accommodation Allowance
Rural and regional SA businesses who incur costs where an apprentice is required to travel long distances to a Nominated Training Organisation (NTO) may be eligible for funding.
Further information can be found here.
Wage Subsidies for Ongoing Jobs
Wage subsidies of up to $10,000.00 may be available for businesses who hire eligible people for ongoing jobs.
To potentially be eligible however an account with Workforce Australia will be necessary and hire someone through a provider, being either:
- Workforce Australia
- ParentsNext
- Transition to Work
Further information can be found here.
- Murraylands and Riverland
- Eyre Peninsula
- Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu
- SA Arid Lands
- Green Adelaide
- Solar & battery projects – based on the size and capacity of the system and must be listed on the CEC approved product list
- Energy efficiency projects – in this instance grants of up to 50% are available for equipment or infrastructure upgrades that reduce a businesses usage or costs
There are currently no grants that we are aware of in this category at the moment.
Growing Cricket for Girls
Commonwealth Bank has provided funding to Cricket Australia for a Growing Cricket for Girls Fund which aims to support the growth and nurturing of current and future generations of female players at community clubs across Australia.
Cricket and Sports Clubs that want further information need to contact community@cricket.com.au.
Further information can be found here.
SA Football Facilities Fund – Funding Opportunity for AFL Clubs
Football (AFL) clubs who have both junior and senior teams playing in leagues run by or affiliated with the SANFL can look to apply for funding through the SA Football Facilities Fund now.
This has come about through a partnership between the SANFL, AFL and SA Government and looks to provide funding to assist with the creation of welcoming and inclusive facilities for SA’s football communities.
There are several aims for this fund including providing fit for purpose, inclusive and accessible facilities as well as facilities that are welcoming and functional to enhance volunteer and spectator experiences.
Further information can be found here.
Sports Vouchers for Families
Sports vouchers are available to help ease the cost of sport, dance and learn-to-swim fees on families. Families can look to apply for the $100 voucher for children from reception to year 9 and a sporting club could look to suggest this to any family that may be facing difficulties with paying for their child to play at the club.
Further information can be found here.
Small Business Energy Incentive
The small business energy incentive is designed to help businesses improve energy efficiency and save on energy bills.
Businesses with an aggregated annual turnover of less than $50 million will have access to a bonus 20% tax deduction for the cost of eligible assets and improvements that support more efficient use of energy.
The incentive applies to eligible expenditure on assets between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024 (the ‘bonus period’).
The incentive also applies to eligible expenditure on improvements to existing assets incurred during the bonus period.
Up to $100,000 of total expenditure will be eligible for the incentive, with the maximum bonus tax deduction being $20,000.
The bonus deduction is separate and additional to other deductions you would ordinarily claim under taxation law.
Further information can be found here.
Small Business Skills & Training Boost
Small businesses (annual turnover of less than $50 million) will be allowed an additional 20% tax deduction for external training courses which are delivered by registered training providers.
Further information can be found here.
Anzac Day Commemoration Fund
Up to $100,000 in grant funding is available for distribution among successful ex-service organisation applicants for projects such as:
- projects conducted by an organisation established for the purpose of helping or supporting, or having a membership consisting of or including veterans or the spouses, domestic partners, children or other dependants of veterans (such as an ex-service organisation).
- projects with the purpose of educating the community about the significance of Australia’s military history.
- projects with the purpose of conducting services to commemorate Australia’s military history.
Further information and the full guidelines can be found here.
Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program
Clubs can look to apply for funding from the Department of Veteran Affairs for projects that promote appreciation and understanding of the experiences of service and the roles that those who served have played, and to preserve, add to the sum knowledge on, or provide access to information about Australia’s wartime heritage.
Grants of up to $10,000 is available for local, community-based projects and activities. Larger grants of up to $150,000 is available for major commemorative projects and activities that are significant from a national, state, territory and/or broader regional perspective. The maximum grant period is a year from the date of the grant agreement.
In partnership with the Independent Gaming Corporation (IGC), Clubs SA invites non-gaming clubs and community organizations to apply for Project Grants through its Sponsorship Assistance Program – Clubs for Communities.
Over the years, more than $3.5 million has been directed back into the South Australian community through this program, supporting projects by not-for-profit organizations, sporting clubs, and initiatives aimed at assisting disadvantaged sectors of the community.
Grant applications are accepted monthly, reviewed by Clubs SA’s Board, and recommended to the IGC Board for final approval.
Important Information Before You Apply:
- The approval process may take up to 3 months, depending on the nature of the application.
- Funding cannot be used for capital works (e.g. kitchen fit-outs, tables, chairs, toilets), salaries, consultancy fees, travel, accommodation, meals, etc.
- Due to the high volume of applications, specific feedback cannot be provided to unsuccessful applicants.
- Applications previously marked as ‘unsuccessful’ will not be reconsidered by the Board.
- Quotes must be supplied to match the total funding amount requested.
- You are required to provide current financial documentation (profit/loss statement, bank statements, and the most recent Annual Report) to confirm your Association’s financial status before submitting the form.
- If successful, your Club/Association will be required to have representatives available for a photo opportunity.
- Wherever possible, please ensure that goods are purchased from South Australian suppliers. If this is not feasible, provide an explanation.
