Apply Now: Sport Championship Funding Program (Australia)

Deadline: 27-Nov-2026

Bundaberg Regional Council is inviting applications from eligible not-for-profit sporting organisations to host financially viable sporting events in the Bundaberg Region. The Sport Championship Funding Program provides up to $5,000 per event to attract recognised sporting competitions that increase regional participation and generate economic benefits for the local community.

About the Sport Championship Funding Program

The Sport Championship Funding Program supports the attraction and delivery of financially viable sporting events in the Bundaberg Region. The programme aims to increase participation in recognised sporting competitions while generating economic benefits for the region through events that attract participants from outside Bundaberg. Funding is available for three categories of sporting events based on their geographic reach and the proportion of participants travelling from outside the Bundaberg Region. What Types of Sporting Events Are Supported? The programme supports three categories of sporting events: - International/National Sporting Events. - State Sporting Events. - Regional Significant Sporting Events. Each category is defined according to the geographic reach of the event and the proportion of participants coming from outside the Bundaberg Region. How Much Funding Is Available? Eligible applicants can receive up to $5,000 per event. Funding decisions consider several factors, including: - The category of the sporting event. - The organisation’s capacity to deliver the event. - Anticipated outcomes. - Economic benefit to the Bundaberg Region. - Acknowledgement of Council support. Applicants should demonstrate how the proposed event will benefit the local region and contribute to participation and economic activity. What Are the Main Objectives of the Programme? The Sport Championship Funding Program aims to: - Attract sporting events to the Bundaberg Region. - Increase regional participation in recognised competitions. - Attract participants from outside the region. - Generate economic benefits for local communities. - Support financially viable sporting events. - Strengthen the region’s sporting event offering. Who Can Apply? Eligible applicants are Bundaberg Regional Council-based not-for-profit sporting organisations.

Organisations must:

- Be based within the Bundaberg Regional Council area. - Be incorporated. - Have an objective related to sport. - Have an Australian Business Number (ABN), or provide a Statement by a Supplier form. - Hold a current Certificate of Currency for public liability insurance. Applicants should ensure that their organisation meets all eligibility requirements before submitting an application. Auspicing Arrangements Auspicing arrangements are permitted under certain conditions. There are specific exemptions for peak bodies that support affiliated sporting groups based in the Bundaberg Region. Organisations using an auspicing arrangement should ensure that the arrangement complies with the programme’s eligibility requirements. What Does the Funding Not Cover? The programme does not fund several types of costs or activities.

Ineligible costs and activities include:

- Retrospective costs. - Insurance. - Appearance fees. - Office equipment. - Private ventures. Applicants should ensure that their proposed budget does not rely on funding for these excluded expenses. Acknowledgement of Council Support Successful applicants must acknowledge Bundaberg Regional Council’s contribution in publicity associated with the funded event. Applicants should therefore plan appropriate acknowledgement of Council support across relevant event publicity and promotional activities. Grant Acquittal Requirements Successful applicants must acquit the grant within four months of completing the event. Grant recipients should maintain appropriate records and ensure that the required acquittal is completed within the specified timeframe. How Are Applications Assessed? Applications are assessed against factors that demonstrate the value and feasibility of the proposed sporting event.

Key considerations include:

- Event category. - Organisational capacity. - Expected outcomes. - Economic benefit to the region. - Recognition of Council support. Applicants should provide clear information demonstrating that their event is financially viable and capable of delivering meaningful benefits to the Bundaberg Region. How to Prepare a Strong Application Applicants should clearly explain how their sporting event will contribute to participation and economic activity in the region.

A strong application should:

- Clearly identify the event category. - Describe the sporting competition and its geographic reach. - Explain the expected number and origin of participants. - Highlight participation benefits for the Bundaberg Region. - Demonstrate potential economic benefits. - Show that the organisation has the capacity to deliver the event. - Provide accurate budget information. - Confirm that proposed costs are eligible. - Demonstrate appropriate public liability insurance. - Explain how Council support will be acknowledged. Who Cannot Apply? The following applicants are not eligible: - Individuals. - Government agencies. - Private ventures. - Commercial ventures. - Religious organisations. - Worship organisations. - Educational institutions. The programme is specifically intended for eligible not-for-profit sporting organisations. Key Facts About the Sport Championship Funding Program

- Funder: Bundaberg Regional Council

- Programme: Sport Championship Funding Program

- Location: Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia

- Target applicants: Not-for-profit sporting organisations

- Maximum funding: Up to $5,000 per event

- Purpose: Attract financially viable sporting events

- Event categories: International/National, State, and Regional Significant Sporting Events

- Key outcomes: Increased participation and economic benefit

- Applicant location: Bundaberg Regiona