Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the athletes sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 2 of 2Provides financial support to categorised Paralympic athletes whose Disability Support Pension (DSP) payments have been affected due to travelling outside Australia for training and/or competitions exceeding the general 28-day travel allowance in a financial year. The ASC commits $97,000 annually to support eligible athletes.
The dAIS grant program provides direct financial support to athletes to enable them to focus on training and competitions aligned to the HP2032+ Sport Strategy outcomes. The primary purpose is to support athletes' basic living costs, allowing them to concentrate on training and competition for Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games sports.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.