State Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin is encouraging local sporting organisations to apply for their share of $50,000 in funding under the NSW Government’s 2025 Local Sport Grant Program.

Ms Saffin said grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 were available for facility upgrades, new equipment and programs that support and encourage participation in sport and active recreation.

“Like any sporting contest, this small grants program is highly competitive, but you’ve got to be in it to win it,” Ms Saffin said.

“Sporting clubs often struggle to raise funds to cover everything that they would like to offer their membership, so these grants can fill those gaps.”

Last year, the Local Sport Grant Program injected $4.4 million into community sport across New South Wales through funding for a total of 579 projects. This year, $4.65 million has been set aside for the program.

Applications close 1pm, Monday, 18 August with further information, including program guidelines available at: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/local-sport-grant-program.

NSW Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said: “The Minns Labor Government is backing grassroots clubs to grow participation across all ages and abilities.

“The Local Sport Grant Program delivers where it matters – better gear, safer facilities, and more opportunities for people to get active and love their sport.

“If your club needs new equipment or has a great program idea but hasn’t had the resources to make it happen – now’s the time to apply. Let’s get more people moving, playing and enjoying sport right across NSW.”