External Club and Group Grants

Looking for funding opportunities to support your community group, sporting clubs, or local initiatives? This page provides a curated list of Australian grant platforms, offering everything from government-backed programs to private funding databases. Explore these resources to find grants that align with your club and group goals and help bring your ideas to life.

Fundraising Platforms

Platform Website Notes
Supporterhub www.supporterhub.com Digital fundraising platform.
Australian Sports Foundation https://asf.org.au/sign-up The only sport fundraising platform where donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

Grant Platforms

Platform Website Notes
Australian Sports Foundation https://asf.org.au/grants Grants and fundraising support that get Australians playing and achieving.
Australian Government Community Grants Hub https://www.communitygrants.gov.au/ Established in 2016 to deliver Australian Government grants in a simple and consistent way across government services.
Funding Centre https://www.fundingcentre.com.au/ Private grants database; annual subscription of $125.
GrantConnect https://www.grants.gov.au/ Federal grants information system. Registered for updates to [email protected].
Lotterywest Grant Opportunities https://www.lotterywest.wa.gov.au/grants/grant-opportunities Provides impactful community grants with lasting positive outcomes for WA.
RDA Pilbara Grant Hub https://grantguru.com/au/rdapilbara Regional grants information specific to the Pilbara.
SmartyGrants https://www.smartygrants.com.au/ Australia’s trusted, home-grown grant management platform used by 830+ funders nationwide.
The Grants Hub https://www.thegrantshub.com.au/blog/latest-australian-community-grants-2025 Online resource listing current Australian community grants.

Other External Grants

Grant Purpose Website Who Value Typically Opens Typically Closes
Australia Post Community Grants Program Annual grants supporting projects that improve connection and mental wellbeing in local communities. https://auspost.com.au/about-us/supporting-communities/grants/community-grants-program Not-for-Profit Community Groups Less than $10,000 TBD TBD
Chevron Community Spirit Fund Funding programs that support health and wellbeing, education, environment and thriving communities. https://australia.chevron.com/sustainability/social/partnering-for-progress/chevron-community-spirit-fund
  • Not-for-Profit Community Groups
  • Aboriginal Corporations
  • Government Agencies or Departments
 Less than $15,000 15 July 31 August
DCITS Active Regional Communities Grants Supports participation in sport and active recreation across regional Western Australia. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/active-regional-communities-grants
  • Active Recreation Organisations
  • Community Organisations
  • Local Governments
  • Regional Organisations
  • State Sporting Associations
 Less than $5,000 Ongoing Ongoing
DCITS Club Night Lights – Small Grants Supports development of sustainable sports floodlighting infrastructure. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/club-night-lights-program
  • Active Recreation Organisations
  • Community Organisations
  • Local Governments
  • State Sporting Bodies
 Up to $500,000 (50% of project cost, capped at $200,000) 28 January1 July 31 March30 August
DCITS Club Night Lights – Large Grants Supports major sports floodlighting infrastructure projects. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/club-night-lights-program
  • Active Recreation Organisations
  • Community Organisations
  • Local Governments
  • State Sporting Bodies
 Up to $3 million (33% of project cost, capped at $1 million) TBD TBD
DCITS KidSport – Registered Clubs Helps children access community sport at approved clubs. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/kidsport/information-for-clubs Incorporated Associations delivering sport programs $500 per eligible participant per year Ongoing Ongoing
DCITS North West Travel Subsidy Encourages participation in sport and active recreation for regional athletes. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/north-west-travel-subsidy Community Organisations Individual or Team subsidies up to $2,500 Ongoing Ongoing
DCITS Regional Athlete Travel Subsidy Scheme Supports regional athletes competing at higher levels. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/regional-athlete-travel-subsidy-scheme Regional athletes aged 13–21 Up to $500 (retrospective) Ongoing Ongoing
DCITS Sport and Recreation Events Funding Supports sport and recreation events that drive participation and tourism. https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/funding/sport-and-recreation-funding/sport-and-recreation-events-funding-program
  • Sporting Organisations
  • Local Governments
  • Community Organisations
 $10,000–$50,000 (depending on category) 3 November 24 November
Community Gardens Grants Program Supports planning and delivery of community garden projects. https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/community-gardens-grants-program
  • Community Organisations
  • Local Governments
 Less than $10,000 31 October 28 November
International Day of People with Disability Grants Funding to host inclusive community events for IDPwD. https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/international-day-of-people-disability-idpwd-grant-recipients Community Organisations Less than $1,000 TBD TBD
International Volunteer Day Grants Supports events celebrating volunteers during National Volunteer Week. https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/international-volunteer-day-grants-program Community Organisations Less than $1,000 TBD TBD
Youth Week WA Grants Supports events celebrating young people and their contributions. https://www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/youth-week-wa-grants
  • Community Organisations
  • Local Governments
 Less than $10,000 3 September 8 October
WA Bike Month Grants Encourages bike riding through local events and initiatives. https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/active-transport/wa-bike-month
  • Local Governments
  • Schools
  • Community Groups
  • Businesses
 Up to $7,000 4 June 30 June
Fortescue Community Grants Funding for initiatives benefiting Pilbara communities. https://www.fortescue.com/en/sustainability/building-thriving-communities/fortescue-community-grants-program Incorporated or auspiced NFP Organisations Less than $10,000 1 March 30 March
Fortescue Innovation Grants Supports innovative and sustainable community initiatives. https://www.fortescue.com/en/sustainability/building-thriving-communities/fortescue-innovation-grants-program Incorporated or auspiced NFP Organisations Less than $25,000 1 September 30 September
Healthway Healthy Partnerships Supports healthy environments and wellbeing initiatives. https://www.healthway.wa.gov.au/our-funding/healthy-partnerships/apply-for-upto-5000-healthy-partner/ Sporting, Arts and Community Organisations Less than $5,000 or greater than $5,000 Ongoing Ongoing
Horizon Power Community Partnerships Supports events, equipment and short-term community projects. https://www.horizonpower.com.au/your-community/local-community-partnerships/
  • NFP Organisations
  • Aboriginal Corporations
  • Local Governments
 $1,000–$50,000 July–August February–March
Mineral Resources Community Grants Supports health, education, Indigenous engagement and environment projects. https://www.mineralresources.com.au/sustainability/social/community-stakeholder-relationships/community-grant-program/ Registered Sporting and Community Organisations Less than $10,000 1 October 31 October
Rio Tinto Community Giving Supports grassroots community initiatives in operational regions. https://www.riotinto.com/en/operations/australia/iron-ore-western-australia/western-australia-communities Local Community and NFP Organisations $500–$5,000 TBD TBD
Telstra Footy Country Grants Funding to strengthen and grow local football clubs. https://play.afl/clubhelp/footy-grants AFL-affiliated Community Clubs Less than $20,000 December–May February–July
Volunteering WA National Volunteer Week Grants Funding to recognise and thank volunteers. https://www.volunteeringwa.org.au/training-and-events/events/national-volunteer-week-toolkit/national-volunteer-week-grants Volunteer Involving Organisations Up to $5,000 February TBD
YACWA Small Grants Supports youth mental wellbeing, early intervention and community connection. https://www.yacwa.org.au/small-grants-program/
  • NFP Organisations
  • Local Governments
  • Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations
 $1,000–$10,000 October December