Hume City Council is encouraging young residents to get involved in sport and physical activity, with applications now open for the 2026/27 Sports Aid Grants Program.
The program provides financial assistance to Hume residents facing barriers to participation in sport and recreation, helping cover costs such as club memberships, registration fees, uniforms, equipment and swimming program fees.
With 133 sports grants awarded in last year’s program. In 2026/27 the program will continue to support a broad and diverse range of applicants, with a particular focus on increasing participation among women and girls.
The Sports Aid Grants Program plays an important role in ensuring more residents have the opportunity to experience the physical, social, and mental wellbeing benefits that sport provides.
Residents interested in applying are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and submit their applications as early as possible.
Applications will remain open until available funding is exhausted.
To learn more and apply, visit our 2026/27 Sports Aid Grants Program page.
Quotes attributable to Hume City Mayor Cr Carly Moore:
“Every young person in Hume should have the opportunity to participate in sport, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. These grants help remove barriers and make sure more young people can get involved.”
“Sport is about much more than physical activity. It helps build confidence, friendships, resilience and a sense of belonging, and that’s something every young person deserves to experience.”
“We’re particularly encouraging applications from girls and young women, who can still face barriers to participation. We want to see as many young people as possible take part in local sport and recreation.”
