The South Australian Football Facilities Fund is open for applications, providing funding to develop Australian Rules football facilities across SA.
The current round closes on 5 February 2025, with a new round to open in August 2025.
Eligibility:
- Local governments
- Football clubs (with both junior and senior teams playing in leagues that are run or affiliated with SANFL) and umpire associations
- Schools and tertiary education institutions that have strong linkages with clubs
The aim of the program is to:
- Provide fit for purpose, inclusive and accessible facilities that cater for a diversity of participants, particularly all genders and all-ability participants, who wish to participate in our game
- Maximise available carrying capacity of existing venues and the quality/functionality of supporting infrastructure
- Develop increased supply through construction of new ovals, especially in growth areas
- Develop venues to support high performance and talent pathways for players and umpires
- Provide welcoming and functional facilities that enhance the experience for volunteers and spectators
The following table outlines maximum grant amounts:
| Project Scope | Maximum Grant |
|---|---|
| Strategic Project - Changerooms |
$150,000 |
| Strategic Project - Lighting |
$75,000 |
| Strategic Project - Lighting (Lumin Upgrade) | 50% of total project cost, capped at $75,000 |
| Strategic Project - Turf (Reconstruction or New Oval) |
$150,000 |
| Strategic Project - Turf (Irrigation, Drainage Upgrade etc) | 50% of total project cost, capped at $75,000 |
| Supporting Infrastructure - Goal Posts, Backing Nets, Timekeepers, Interchange and Coaches Boxes | 50% of total project cost, capped at $50,000 |
| Supporting Infrastructure - Scoreboards | 50% of total project cost, capped at $25,000 |
For more information visit: SA Football Facilities Fund
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