The Allan Labor Government is backing the next generation of Aboriginal athletes to reach new heights with a fresh round of sporting grants delivered to clubs across the state.
Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence today announced grant recipients from the latest round of the Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program - with clubs and groups sharing in more than $100,000 to support athletes.
Recipients include the Robinvale Manatunga Sports Club who will get $3,000 for travel to a state-wide Senior Football and Netball Carnivalin Portarlington, and the First Nations Melbourne Rugby League Incorporated who scored more than $3,400 to help their under 14 boys and girls sides get to the 2024 Harmony Cup Tournament.
The program delivers grants of up to $1,000 for team uniforms and sport equipment, as well as up to $2,500 for travel costs so clubs can participate in both Victorian and national tournaments.
Individuals can also access up to $250 to purchase sporting uniforms and equipment, and up to $750 for their own travel costs.
The Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program reflects the Labor Government's strong support for the Victorian Aboriginal community and is bolstered by the work underway on a new Victorian Aboriginal Sporting Partnership that's building stronger connections in the community sport sector.
Since 2020, the Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program has provided 457 grants to community sport clubs and individuals in Victoria's Indigenous communities.
For more information about the program and the latest successful recipients visit sport.vic.gov.au/funding/aboriginal-sport-participation-grant-program.
As stated by Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence
"The next generation of First Nations athletes are set to do their clubs and communities proud, and we are backing them to succeed with this game changing program."
As stated by Minister for Treaty and First Peoples Natalie Hutchins
"It's fantastic to see even more Aboriginal athletes get their chance to follow in the footsteps of First Nations champions and reach their potential in the sport they love."
As stated by President of First Nations Melbourne Rugby League Incorporated Jarrod Stains
"Sport is an important way for us to connect with each other and build confidence among other lifelong skills."
"Receiving this grant will enable us to bring players and their families from all over the State to compete in the Harmony Cup and connect over the game we love."
