Applications for the second funding round of 2017-18 of the Athlete Pathway Travel Grants Program are now open and close 11.59pm Tuesday 6 March 2018.
Guidelines for this program can be found at www.sport.vic.gov.au/grants-and-funding/our-grants/athlete-pathway-travel-grants-program. It is recommended you read the program guidelines before applying as some changes have been made this year, specifically travel date eligibility.
The program has two funding categories:
Category 1: State Sporting Associations: State sporting associations, Peak and state sport and recreation bodies recognised by Sport and Recreation Victoria (or if no state sporting association, the relevant Australian Sports Commission recognised national sporting organisation) can apply for up to five grants per funding round on behalf of Victorian teams or individuals for travel to compete at national championships and/or an event or series of events constituting national selection trials.
- Grants of up to $6000 are available for teams with a maximum of $1000 per team member.
- Grants for individuals are available up to a maximum of $2000.
Did you know? State Sporting Associations can apply in advance of teams or individuals being selected for championship events. See the application form on how to provide details if a team/individual has yet to be selected or please call me for assistance.
Category 1 travel dates: This round covers travel between 1 July 2018 to 31 December 2018.
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Category 2: Community Organisations: Victorian community organisations delivering sport and active recreation opportunities can apply for up to two grants per funding round of $750 each to assist athletes, coaches, officials and teams with the travel costs of training and competition over a 12 month period. For example an athlete that is regularly required to travel to train with a state team, or a regional based Athlete that is required to travel to a number of other towns in order to compete in their local competition.
Category 2 travel dates: This round covers travel commencing from 6 March 2018 to 31 December 2018.
Applications are to be made online at http://www.sport.vic.gov.au/grants-and-funding/our-grants/athlete-pathway-travel-grants-program - go to sub heading Apply Now.
If you have any queries or require assistance you can contact the Grants Information Line on 1300 366 356, using the National Relay Service 13 36 77 if required, or email grantsinfo@sport.vic.gov.au.
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