Sport Grants in Western Australia — 2026

22 programs21 open now

Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the sport sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.

In Western Australia, western australia's grant landscape includes programs from the small business development corporation (sbdc), regional development commissions administering the regional economic development (red) grants, the department of local government, sport and cultural industries (dlgsc) and tourism wa.

Open programs

22 total
Open
Active Regional Communities Grants

Grants to support community sport and recreation activities in regional Western Australia. The program funds projects that increase participation in sport and recreation, build community capacity, and promote active and healthy lifestyles in regional areas.

Open
Community Place-Based Grants

Grants supporting community-led projects that enhance local places and spaces. Funding is available for projects that improve community gathering spaces, recreational facilities, and place-based initiatives that benefit local residents.

Ongoing
KidSport

KidSport provides financial assistance to help eligible children and young people participate in sport and recreation activities. The program aims to remove financial barriers that prevent young people from accessing sporting opportunities in Western Australia.

Ongoing
Club Night Lights Program

A funding program that provides financial support to eligible clubs and community organizations to install or upgrade lighting facilities at their venues. The program aims to extend operating hours and improve safety and accessibility for members and the community.

Ongoing
Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund

This fund provides grants to support the development, upgrade, and improvement of community sporting and recreation facilities across Western Australia. It aims to enhance access to quality facilities that support participation in sport and recreation activities for local communities.

Ongoing
Regional Servicing Grants

Grants to support regional sports and recreation organizations with servicing costs for delivering programs and services to their communities. Funding assists with operational expenses for regional sports bodies.

Ongoing
Sport and Recreation Events Funding Program

This program provides funding to support the delivery of sport and recreation events across Western Australia. It aims to increase participation in sport and recreation activities and promote community engagement through events.

Ongoing
WA Hiking Participation Grants Program

This program provides grants to support and increase hiking participation across Western Australia. It funds initiatives that promote hiking activities, trail development, and community engagement in hiking programs.

Ongoing
Kids Access All Areas

A program that provides funding to support children and young people's access to creative industries, tourism, and sport activities and experiences. The grant aims to remove barriers and increase participation in cultural and recreational opportunities for kids across Western Australia.

Ongoing
Playing WA Multi-Year

A multi-year funding program supporting sports and recreation initiatives in Western Australia. The grant aims to develop and sustain playing opportunities and sports participation across the state.

Ongoing
Regional Athlete Support Program

A program providing financial support to regional athletes in Western Australia to assist with training, competition, and development costs. The program aims to help talented athletes from regional areas access opportunities to progress their sporting careers.

Ongoing
Community Use of School Sporting Facilities Program

This program provides funding to support community access and use of school sporting facilities outside of school hours. It aims to increase participation in sport and recreation by making school facilities available to local communities.

Ongoing
Outdoor Active Recreation Program

This program provides funding to support outdoor active recreation initiatives in Western Australia. It aims to increase participation in outdoor recreation activities and improve access to outdoor recreation facilities and experiences.

Ongoing
Sport and Recreation Inclusive Participation Grants Program

This program provides grants to support inclusive participation in sport and recreation activities for underrepresented groups in Western Australia. The funding aims to remove barriers to participation and increase access to sport and recreation opportunities for all community members.

Ongoing
Active Regional Communities Grants

Grants to support community sport and recreation activities in regional Western Australia. The program funds projects that increase participation in sport and recreation, build community capacity, and promote active and healthy lifestyles in regional areas.

Ongoing
KidSport

KidSport provides financial assistance to help eligible children and young people participate in sport and recreation activities. The program aims to remove financial barriers that prevent young people from accessing sporting opportunities in Western Australia.

Ongoing
North West Travel Subsidy

A subsidy program that provides financial assistance to help offset travel costs for eligible participants traveling to sporting and recreational events in Western Australia's North West region. The program aims to increase participation and access to sport and recreation opportunities in remote areas.

Ongoing
Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund

This fund provides grants to support the development, upgrade, and improvement of community sporting and recreation facilities across Western Australia. It aims to enhance access to quality facilities that support participation in sport and recreation activities.

Ongoing
Club Night Lights Program

A funding program that provides financial support to eligible clubs and community organizations to install or upgrade lighting facilities at their venues. The program aims to enhance safety, extend operating hours, and improve the overall experience for members and visitors.

Ongoing
Regional Athlete Travel Subsidy Scheme

This scheme provides financial assistance to regional athletes to help cover travel costs when competing at state and national sporting events. The subsidy aims to reduce the financial burden on regional athletes and support their participation in higher-level competitions.

Ongoing
Sport and Recreation Events Funding Program

This program provides funding to support the delivery of sport and recreation events across Western Australia. It aims to increase participation in sport and recreation activities and promote community engagement through events.

Closed
Getting the Show Back on the Road

This grant supports the creative industries, tourism, and sport sectors in Western Australia to recover and rebuild following disruptions. It provides funding to help eligible organizations and businesses in these sectors get back to operating and delivering services to the community.

Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.