The Organisation Support Program (OSP) is designed to assist eligible State Sporting Organisations (SSOs) and Peak Bodies to develop their sporting activities at all levels in NSW.
Key information
- Status: Not open for application
- Grant amount: From $20,000 to $110,000
Program objective
The Organisation Support Program aims to provide flexible financial support to build capacity, invest in governance processes, increase participation, including of underrepresented groups in sport at all levels, create and deliver sporting activities and competitions at all levels in NSW and support Office of Sport and NSW Government priorities.
The OSP 2023/24 will provide one-off grant funding for operational support to Office of Sport recognised SSOs and Peak Bodies (eligible applicants).
The key objectives of the Organisation Support Program are to:
- Increase the capability of the sector to respond to emerging trends and challenges
- Increase the capability of the sector to create fair, safe and inclusive environments for everyone, including children
- Increase participation, including of under-represented groups (particularly the participation of women and girls)
- Build governance capability for the organisation and/or sector
- Support the function of the organisation.
The Organisation Support Program (OSP) is designed to assist eligible State Sporting Organisations (SSOs), and peak bodies to develop their sport and active recreational activities at all levels in NSW. It aims to provide flexible financial support to assist these organisations to achieve outcomes detailed in their strategic or business plan and support Office of Sport and NSW Government priorities.
The Organisation Support Program 2023/24 will provide a single year of one-off grant funding for operational support to Office of Sport recognised SSOs, and peak bodies (eligible applicants).
This program is administered by Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport.
Grant recipients
Recipients for this program were selected to meet the program objectives.
Eligible recipients were invited to participate and were required to meet the objectives.
What was approved
Approved for AFL (NSW/ACT) COMMISSION LIMITED
Assistance to AFL NSW/ACT as an eligible State Sporting Organisation to develop AFL at all levels in NSW, including the implementation of the 2024 Organisational 'Game Plan'
$110,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
October 2023Location of the project
Council of the City of SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
99
Applications received
99
Organisation Support Program (OSP) 2023/24
Program term
Projects to be completed by 30 June 2024What was approved
Approved for Amputee Golf NSW
Our plan is to continue to grow Amputee Golf throughout NSW by capitalising on the work that has been done. We have been able to reach amputees in regional and country locations who are now active members which will help us get the word further a field.
$20,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
October 2023Location of the project
Council of the City of SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
99
Applications received
99
Organisation Support Program (OSP) 2023/24
Program term
Projects to be completed by 30 June 2024What was approved
Approved for Archery Society of New South Wales Inc
Need to invest in sporting equipment that can be shot safely within an open environment and include availability to those with disability. Hover Kits / SAFE Archery Kits currently on market. Would also like to purchase 2 archery kits so when new clubs come on board they have equipment available.
$10,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
October 2023Location of the project
Council of the City of SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
99
Applications received
99
Organisation Support Program (OSP) 2023/24
Program term
Projects to be completed by 30 June 2024What was approved
Approved for Athletics NSW
Athletics NSW is the governing body for the sport of athletics in New South Wales and is the only organisation recognised as such by Athletics Australia, World Athletics, Australian Olympic Committee, Paralympics Australia, Commonwealth Games Australia and the Australian Sports Commission.
$55,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
October 2023Location of the project
City of Parramatta CouncilLocation of the recipient
City of ParramattaAbout the grant
Applications approved
99
Applications received
99
Organisation Support Program (OSP) 2023/24
Program term
Projects to be completed by 30 June 2024What was approved
Approved for AusCycling
These activities will support the delivery of our United 2032 Strategy in New South Wales by promoting great, safe and inclusive cycling facilities; delivering participation programs for new riders; and ensuring that everyone is welcome in our community by supporting the implementation of our Inclusion and Diversity Strategy.
$100,000 was approved by
Minister for SportDate approved
October 2023Location of the project
Blacktown City CouncilLocation of the recipient
Canterbury-BankstownAbout the grant
Applications approved
99
Applications received
99
Organisation Support Program (OSP) 2023/24
Program term
Projects to be completed by 30 June 2024Support and contact
Office of Sport staff are available to provide information to potential applicants on interpretation of the guidelines including types of projects eligible for funding. They can also provide advice relating to the online application process.
Please direct enquiries to grantsunit@sport.nsw.gov.au