APPLICATIONS are now open for the third round of the Regional All Abilities Participation Grants. Grants of up to $25,000 are available across three categories: Equipment and Travel, Inclusion Workforce and Disability-led Initiatives.
Grants can be used to purchase equipment such as sports wheelchairs, sensory balls, throwing frames, modified bats and racquets, helping to ensure safe and inclusive participation.
“We’re backing even more initiatives that increase all-abilities opportunities for all Victorians whether as players, coaches, volunteers or administrators,” said Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence.
“It’s all about creating inclusive environments for people with disability to not only participate but kick-start new opportunities to learn and excel in a range of roles in the sports they love.”
Grants can also create more volunteer opportunities for people with disability to become coaches, administrators and sports leaders.
Funding will also help cover travel costs for competitions and festivals, or support organisations in developing their own all-abilities programs.
Organisations that support community participation such as local clubs, state sporting associations, disability or self-advocacy groups, and health or disability providers are eligible to apply.
The program is part of Labor’s $40M All Abilities Sport Fund, which removes barriers for people with disability to get involved in sport and recreation in regional Victoria.
For more information and to apply, visit www.sport.vic.gov.au/funding.
