Upcoming Grants & Collaboration Opportunities
Badminton Victoria (BV) is committed to supporting clubs across Victoria in growing participation, creating inclusive environments, and building stronger badminton communities. One way we do this is by applying for grants that help fund meaningful local initiatives.
This page outlines grant applications that BV is currently preparing or exploring. If your club would like to be involved whether by running community sessions, hosting events, or engaging specific target groups, we invite you to express your interest by completing the following form: Grants Expression of Interest Form
By joining us from the early planning stage, your club will have the opportunity to:
- Access funding to support local programs and events
- Reach new or underrepresented groups in your community
- Receive support in delivering inclusive and impactful initiatives
- Strengthen your club’s connection with state-wide participation efforts
We’ve worked with clubs across Victoria to deliver grant-funded programs focused on increasing participation, empowering women and girls, supporting CALD and regional communities, and building volunteer capacity. You can find examples of these previously funded projects below.
Please note: this is not a grant application form. It is an opportunity for your club to collaborate with BV on future programs that we are currently seeking funding for.
Grants We're Applying For
| Grant Name | Description | Funding Body | Target Groups | Grant Duration |
| Level The Field | The Level the Field Program provides support for more people with disability to join the sport and recreation workforce in paid and volunteer roles in regional Victoria. (Awaiting results) |
Sport and Recreation Victoria | People with a disability | 2026-27 |
| Significant Events Grant Program |
The Significant Sporting Events Program is a Victorian Government funding program that assists event organisers to enhance the delivery of national or international level sporting events in Victoria. Event: Yonex Melbourne International 2026 |
Sport and Recreation Victoria | Players (national and international) | 2026 |
Previously Funded Projects
The projects listed below have already secured funding and are currently being delivered in partnership with selected clubs and community organisations.
| Grant Name | Description | Funding Body | Target Groups | Grant Duration |
| 2024-27 Strengthening Regional Community Sport | Strengthening Regional Community Sport 2024 to 2027 will provide grants to support the delivery of local, 'place-based', strategic projects that help to increase participation on and off the sporting field, and build a variety of stronger, more resilient, self-sufficient and sustainable sports across regional Victoria. | Sport and Recreation Victoria | Regional and Rural Communities, CALD, Women and Girls, Youth (0-25) Partners: 7 Regional clubs |
2024-27 |
| Shuttle Smash | Shuttle Smash is an introductory program for children to experience badminton in a fun, inclusive environment that can be delivered by anyone, anywhere, anytime. Shuttle Smash teaches children badminton through the balance and fine motor skills, development of fundamental movement skills, including coordination, flexibility, and strength. | Badminton Australia | Juniors (regional Victoria) | 2024-26 |
| Regional All Abilities Grant | The Play and Lead - Para Badminton Inclusion Workforce project aims to create sustainable employment opportunities for para-athletes by employing Michael Simpkins as the first regional Victorian para-badminton coach. This initiative will enhance participation pathways for athletes with disabilities, ensuring long-term engagement in the sport as players, mentors, and leaders. Delivered in partnership with Badminton Geelong, the project will provide structured coaching, strengthen inclusion, and serve as a model for other regional para-sport initiatives. | Sport and Recreation Victoria | Regional Victoira | 2025-26 |
| Regional All Abilities Grant | The All Abilities Badminton Program is an inclusive badminton initiative creating ongoing participation opportunities for people with disabilities in Ballarat and regional Victoria. Supported by Ballarat Badminton Association through free venue access and equipment, the program removes financial barriers and improves accessibility. Weekly adaptive sessions will cater to wheelchair users, standing players, and those needing modified equipment in a flexible, social environment. Come and Try events, targeted promotion, and local disability partnerships will boost participation. Co-designed online resources will support other regional clubs to establish sustainable inclusive badminton programs across Victoria. | Sport and Recreation Victoria | Ballarat | 2025-26 |
| Regional All Abilities Grant | The All Abilities Badminton Regional Inclusion Ambassador Program will employ para-badminton athlete and coach Michael Simpkins to build a more inclusive badminton workforce in regional Victoria. After completing specialist training with Badminton Australia, Michael will deliver All Abilities Badminton Clinics in three regions in regional Victoria, providing on-court demonstrations, inclusive coaching education, and disability awareness training for clubs. The project is important because regional clubs often lack confidence and skills to support people with disability and other marginalised groups. By using lived experience and practical training, the program strengthens local capability and creates meaningful pathways for inclusive participation. | Sport and Recreation Victoria | Ballarat, Benalla, and Geelong (TBC) | 2026-27 |
Previously Funded and Completed Projects
To give you an idea of the types of initiatives we’ve delivered in the past, here are some examples of previously funded and completed projects led by BV in collaboration with local clubs and communities.
| Grant Name | Description | Funding Body | Target Groups | Grant Duration |
| City Partnerships Program | The City Partnerships Program exists to fund organisations or businesses to deliver Council-identified priorities. | City of Ballarat | All Ages, Economic activity, Local tourism | 2024-26 |
| Annual Community Grants | The Scanlon Foundation has been distributing grants to build Australia’s social cohesion and to support the transition of those who come to make Australia home. | Scanlon Foundation | Women and Girls (regional Victoria - Ballarat and Bendigo) | 2024-25 |
| Change Our Game Activation Grants | The Change Our Game Community Activation Grants Program funds community-level initiatives that enable participation, build capability and celebrate the role of women and girls in community sport and active recreation. | Change Our Game (SRV) | Women and Girls (regional Victoria) | 2024-25 |
| Together More Active - 2023-27 | Together More Active 2023-27 provides grants to support organisations to increase participation in sport and active recreation, build a skilled workforce and develop a safe, inclusive and resilient sector. | SRV | Regional and Rural clubs and communities | 2023-25 |
| Together More Active - 2023-27 | Together More Active 2023-27 provides grants to support organisations to increase participation in sport and active recreation, build a skilled workforce and develop a safe, inclusive and resilient sector. | SRV | Regional and Rural clubs and communities- specific to CALD communities | 2023-25 |
| Change Our Game Activation Grants | The Change Our Game Community Activation Grants Program funds community-level initiatives that enable participation, build capability and celebrate the role of women and girls in community sport and active recreation. | Change Our Game (SRV) | Women and Girls (Regional Victoria) | 2021-22 |
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