Apply now for Sporting Club Sponsorships Program (Australia)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026

The City of Fremantle Sponsorships provide financial support to local incorporated not-for-profit sport and recreation clubs for initiatives that benefit the Fremantle community. The sponsorship program recognises the important contribution sporting clubs make to community life by encouraging healthy lifestyles, building community connections, and creating inclusive opportunities for residents of different ages and backgrounds. Eligible clubs can receive up to $500 to support activities such as registration or “come and try” days, volunteer recognition, themed sporting events, equipment and uniforms, promotional activities, and club development.

About the City of Fremantle Sponsorship Program

The City of Fremantle recognises local sporting clubs as an important part of the community’s social, physical, and cultural wellbeing. With more than 40 registered sporting clubs operating in the area, these organisations help create opportunities for residents to participate in sport and recreation while strengthening community spirit and resilience. The sponsorship program provides targeted financial assistance to help clubs deliver initiatives that have a broader benefit for their members and the local community. How Much Funding Is Available? Eligible clubs can apply for sponsorship of up to $500. The funding can be used for specific initiatives and activities that provide a benefit to the wider club or Fremantle community. The sponsorship is not intended to provide unrestricted financial support or cover an individual’s expenses. What Can the Sponsorship Support? Funding can support a variety of club initiatives, including events, equipment, promotion, volunteer recognition, and professional development.

Examples of eligible activities include:

- Registration days. - “Come and try” days. - Volunteer recognition activities. - Themed sporting rounds. - Events of significance. - Equipment purchases. - Uniform purchases. - Club signage. - Advertising and promotional activities. - Coaching courses. - First aid courses. - Other club development activities. Applicants should demonstrate how the proposed activity will contribute to the wider club or community. Registration and “Come and Try” Days Sponsorship can support initiatives designed to encourage people to participate in sport. Registration days and “come and try” events can help clubs introduce new participants to their activities and create opportunities for local residents to become involved. These activities can contribute to increased participation and stronger connections between sporting clubs and the wider Fremantle community. Volunteer Recognition Volunteers play an important role in the operation of community sporting clubs. Funding can be used for initiatives that recognise and acknowledge volunteers for their contributions. Supporting volunteer recognition can help clubs maintain an engaged volunteer base and strengthen their organisational capacity. Themed Rounds and Significant Events Clubs can also use sponsorship funding for themed sporting rounds and events of significance. These activities can provide opportunities to celebrate important occasions, promote participation, and bring club members and the broader community together. Equipment and Uniforms Sponsorship funding can contribute towards the purchase of equipment or uniforms for eligible club activities. These purchases should benefit the wider club rather than an individual participant. Club Promotion and Advertising Funding may also support club promotion through activities such as: - Signage. - Advertising. - Promotional initiatives. These activities can help clubs increase visibility, communicate with local residents, and encourage participation in sporting and recreational activities. Club Development Activities The program can support activities that strengthen the skills and capacity of clubs.

Examples include:

- Coaching courses. - First aid courses. - Other relevant club development activities. These initiatives can help volunteers and club personnel develop skills that contribute to safer, more effective, and sustainable club operations. Who Can Apply? Applicants must meet the program’s eligibility requirements.

Eligible applicants must:

- Be an incorporated not-for-profit sport and recreation club. - Be based or operate within the City of Fremantle. - Serve a significant number of local residents. - Propose an activity that benefits the wider club or community. - Submit the application before the proposed project or activity begins. - Provide all required supporting documentation. The funding cannot be allocated to individuals. Community Benefit Requirement Projects supported through the sponsorship program must provide a benefit beyond an individual participant. The funding should benefit the wider club or community, ensuring that the sponsorship contributes to broader community participation, development, wellbeing, or engagement. Applicants should clearly explain the expected community benefit in their application. Who Is Not Eligible? Certain applicants and expenses are excluded from the sponsorship program.

Applications cannot be submitted by:

- Political organisations. - Applicants with outstanding debts to the City. - Individuals seeking funding for personal benefit. The program also does not support certain types of costs, including recurrent operational expenses. Recurrent Operational Costs Sponsorship funding cannot be used for recurrent operational costs. Applicants should therefore focus their requests on specific initiatives, activities, purchases, events, or development opportunities rather than ongoing routine expenses. One Application Per Club Each eligible club can submit only one application per financial year. Clubs should therefore identify the initiative that would provide the strongest benefit to their organisation and the Fremantle community before applying. Applications Must Be Submitted Before the Project Starts A