Submit Applications for Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant (Australia)
Issued by Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 13 Nov 2026
- Reference
- sport-and-recreation-recovery-grant-funding-for-infrastructure-repair-and
- Location
- Australia
At a glance
Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant in Australia has published a funding call: “Submit Applications for Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant (Australia)”. The notice does not state a closing date, so confirm the timetable on the official portal. Quote reference sport-and-recreation-recovery-grant-funding-for-infrastructure-repair-and in any correspondence with the buyer. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Key requirements
Taken from the notice by FreeTender. The tender document on the official portal is binding — check it, and any corrigendum, before you bid.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations and local governments located in designated Local Government Areas affected by severe weather events such as Cyclone Koji and Cyclone Narelle.
Details
The Sport and Recreation Recovery Grant is designed to support not-for-profit sport, active recreation, and racing clubs, as well as local governments in Queensland, Australia. This grant aids in the repair and replacement of infrastructure and equipment damaged by disasters. Funded jointly by the Australian Government and Queensland Government under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) Categories C and D, the grant application opens on 12 November 2026 and closes on 14 December 2026. The grant aims to assist eligible organizations in rebuilding and restoring sport and recreation facilities affected by extraordinary weather events. The funding covers the repair of damaged infrastructure such as sporting grounds, racecourses, courts, and storage facilities, ensuring that sport and recreation activities can resume promptly. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations and local governments located in designated Local Government Areas affected by severe weather events such as Cyclone Koji and Cyclone Narelle. Projects must not have started before the eligible event or the Prime Minister’s approval date (30 April 2026). This grant is crucial for communities striving to recover from the impacts of severe weather events. By providing financial support, the grant helps ensure the continuity of sport and recreation activities which are vital for community well-being and cohesion. What is the maximum funding amount per project? The maximum funding amount per project is $200,000, GST exclusive. Who can apply for this grant? Not-for-profit sport, active recreation, and racing clubs, as well as local governments in specified LGAs, can apply. When are applications due? Applications must be submitted by 5pm AEST on 14 December 2026. Where can I find the list of eligible LGAs? Eligible LGAs are listed in the program guidelines and are those affected by specified weather events. How do I submit an application? Applications are submitted through the online Enquire applicant portal. Eligible organizations should review the official guidelines and prepare their applications promptly. For more detailed information, visit the official grant webpage and ensure all submissions are completed before the deadline.
This notice has closed — what to do next
Before you bid on this tender
A quick checklist to help you decide whether to bid and prepare a compliant submission. Always verify the details on the official source.
- Confirm the closing date and submission window on the official portal before you start preparing your bid.
- Read the full notice and every attached document, including the scope, specifications and any bill of quantities or terms of reference.
- Check the eligibility criteria — prior similar experience, annual turnover, certifications and registrations — and make sure you qualify before investing effort.
- Prepare any earnest-money deposit (EMD) or bid security and the required formats early; missing or wrongly-formatted documents are a common cause of rejection.
- Note how bids must be submitted (online or physical), in what format, and whether a digital signature or portal registration is required.
- Watch for corrigenda and clarifications right up to the deadline — requirements and dates can change.
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