athlete, coach, official & volunteer Grants & SPONSORSHIP
Athletics NSW aims to collate a number of suitable grants, scholarships and awards opportunities offered by external organisations that are available for eligible clubs and athletes to apply.
Please note that while ANSW will endeavours to keep this page updated, it is not intended to be a comprehensive list and clubs/athletes should be mindful other grant opportunities beyond what is listed. Clubs and athletes should ensure they read through the selection criteria’s and take note of any closing dates.
If you require any letters of support you should submit your request online HERE, allowing the office a minimum of two working days to respond.
NSW
The Sport Australia Hall of Fame (SAHOF) Scholarship & Mentoring Program, supported by the Australian Sports Commission, incorporating the Australian Institute of Sport, and Harvey Norman, assists young elite athletes on their journey to excellence and success on the world stage, awarding $150,000 in funding to 32 athletes each year.
The three-tiered scholarship program sits amongst the most elite programs in Australia, if not the world. Connecting Australia’s next generation of athletic talent with the greats of Australian sport by providing scholarship holders with unrivalled access to SAHOF Members, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Applications close on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
2026 Scholarship & Mentoring Program
Tier 1 Inclusions
Six successful recipients will each receive:
- One-on-one personal mentoring from a Sport Australia Hall of Fame Member
- $10,000 sporting expense grant
- Merchandise and recovery equipment
- Invitations to attend SAHOF events to meet fellow Scholarship Holders and Members
- Opportunities to attend development workshops
Tier 2 Inclusions
Ten successful recipients will each receive:
- $5,000 sporting expense grant
- Merchandise and recovery equipment
- Invitations to attend SAHOF events to meet fellow Scholarship Holders and Members
- Opportunities to attend development workshops
Tier 3 Inclusions
Sixteen successful recipients will each receive:
- $2,500 sporting expense grant
- Merchandise and recovery equipment
- Invitations to attend SAHOF events to meet fellow Scholarship Holders and Members
- Opportunities to attend development workshops
Please note: All unsuccessful Tier 1 and Tier 2 applicants will be automatically considered for Tier 3 Scholarships. Each Scholarship will apply from selection date until December 31, 2026. All applicants must meet eligibility criteria before submitting. Terms and conditions apply.
More information can be found via link below.
2026 Scholarship & Mentoring Program - Sports Australia Hall of Fame
As Cyclone Alfred edges closer to QLD & NSW, disaster response funding is already being announced. The Grant Hub has collated a number of these grants together. Click the link below to see all the grants available.
The Australian Sport Commision has a program, Local Sporting Champions program, which can provide some financial assistance for athletes aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships.
Round 3: Opens: 01 Nov 2024 Closes: 31 Jan 2025
Round 4: Opens: 01 Feb 2025 Closes: 30 Apr 2025
More information can be found via link below.
The Australian Sport Commision has a program, the Local Para Champions program provides financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-24 participating in state, national or international championships for athletes with a disability.
Round 3: Opens: 01 Nov 2024 Closes: 31 Jan 2025
Round 4: Opens: 01 Feb 2025 Closes: 30 Apr 2025
More information can be found via link below.
The NSW Government State Representative Award recognises people who have represented the State of NSW in a competitive field.
Nominees of any age, who have represented NSW in a competitive field (eg. sport, music, the arts or academic), either nationally or internationally, may be nominated for the Award.
Nominations must be submitted within 2 years of the staging of the competition in which the nominee represented NSW. For further information please click here
Please send all completed forms to stateteams@nswathletics.org.au
The Pathway to Paralympics grant is for aspiring Paralympians. This grant will help support two potential Paralympians with Paralympic-level performance and assist in the additional costs incurred.
The Pathway to Paralympics grant is for aspiring Paralympians. This grant will help support two potential Paralympians withParalympic-level performance support and assist in the additional costs incurred.
More information can be found via link below.
Applications for our five-week leadership program ‘Empowered to Lead’ are now OPEN!
As part of our mission to empower and inspire girls to embrace life to the fullest, we are thrilled to announce 50 scholarships available for our upcoming program. This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary!
If selected, you’ll receive a FULLY FUNDED spot in the program, with the entire course fees covered (valued at $1,495).
Amount - In-Kind Scholarship
Due Date - All Year
More information can be found via link below.
Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund scholarships are only for emerging athletes whose families are experiencing financial hardship.
Eligible athletes will be competing in a National Championship for their state or country in 2025
More information can be found via link below.
NSW NORTH
Individual grants are $250 and club grants are $500 to support local sporting, creative & academic goals.
This grant is for under 18 year old individuals or groups that live or are based in the, Coffs Harbour, Grafton, Kempsey & Nambucca local areas.
Amount - $250
Due Date - All Year
More information can be found via link below.