Quick Response Grants

The Quick Response Grants budget has now been fully allocated, and applications are closed for this quarter. The next round will open on 1 January 2026 for events and activities taking place between 1 January and 31 March 2026.

Grants are awarded up to the total of $500 per application.

Quick Response Grants offer fast-tracked funding for Sport, Youth, Environment, Positive Ageing, and Small Equipment projects. Applicants must meet Community Grants criteria but can apply outside regular submission periods.

Funding is available year-round, with decisions typically made within three weeks. Grants open on the first day of each quarter (January, April, July, October), and applications must be submitted in the same quarter the event or activity takes place.

• Open to eligible individuals and community groups.

• Activities must be project-based, time-limited, and completed within 12 months.

• Individuals may receive:
  • $150 for state events
  • $300 for interstate events
  • $500 for international events

• Community groups can apply for up to $500.

Funding is limited each quarter and not guaranteed in full. Applications for events or activities that have already occurred will not be accepted. Priority is given to first-time applicants and innovative events, though previous applicants may still apply.

Please read the Community Funding Policy(PDF, 140KB) and Quick Response Grant Guidelines(PDF, 3MB) for a full list of eligibility criteria and terms and conditions.

Applications 

The program will be open each quarter on 1 January, 1 April, 1 July and 1 October for programs and activities within that quarter.

The Quick Response Grants budget has now been fully allocated, and applications are closed for this quarter. The next round will open on 1 January 2026 for events and activities taking place between 1 January and 31 March 2026.

Other Funding Available

The Australian Sports Commission’s Local Sporting Champions program offers $500–$750 to support 12–18-year-old coaches, officials, and competitors attending state, national or international championships.