Sydney - Middle East Times Int’l: Parramatta sports have shared in $4.4 million in NSW Government funding following the awarding of grants in the Local Sport Grant Program.

The Program provides up to $20,000 to individual clubs and associations with $50,000 available in each electorate to increase participation in community sport with 579 projects awarded funding in this year’s program.

5 projects were awarded funding in the Parramatta community for new equipment, programs and facilities valued at $49,420.

Grow Women's Participation in our club particularly in the sport of Cricket

Facilitating grassroots sports in a growing unserved area in Southern Rosehill, North Granville.

Subsidised uniforms, equipment, and referee accreditation

Badminton Development: Purchase of Equipment, Uniforms, Workshop and Training.

Club uniforms.

“Sport is a way of life for our Parramatta community. 

“This funding will help local clubs and their passionate volunteers provide more opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of sport and active recreation. 

“The survival and success of local sports clubs is dependent on funding opportunities like this and I look forward to seeing the positive impact these grants will make.”

“The Local Sport Grant Program provides vital funds for community sport.

“This year we have doubled the funding for individual projects, meaning grassroots community sports clubs and associations can provide more programs and equipment to support their participants.

“With the critical role sport plays in keeping people healthy, active and socially connected, this funding is vital to community health, wellbeing and sense of identity.”

For further information visit: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/local-sport-grant-program