Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island sport and active recreation clubs are set to receive funding to help them grow through the Active Club Program (ACP).

The current round will see more than $1.3 million distributed to 565 recipients, across the state, helping clubs to further develop the programs and services they provide within the community.

Nearly half of all grant recipients in this round are clubs based in regional or greater metropolitan areas, highlighting the grassroots benefits of the program across SA.

The next round – the Drought Relief Round announced as part of the state government’s additional comprehensive drought support package – includes $2 million in assistance for regional clubs impacted by drought to provide accessible and affordable ways for their community to stay active.

Funding can be used to break down barriers to female participation – covering period products, menstrual health training and resources, and inclusive uniform options.

Other eligible project costs include investing in sporting equipment, professional development for coaches and staff, medical training and club promotion.

Through the current round of the ACP, clubs with 100 or more members will receive $3,000, while those with 20-99 members will receive $1,500.

The full list of ACP grant recipients is available online.

Regional sport and active recreation clubs can apply for the new Drought Relief Round when the initiative opens later this month.

Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing Emily Bourke says the grants recognise the work of grassroots clubs and the staff and volunteers who keep them going. 

“Having access to better uniforms and equipment, providing further education and delivering an inclusive space for girls and women will help clubs meet local needs.

“Expanding this support to drought affected areas is another vital measure to help the many South Australians doing it tough to stay active.”

Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island Active Club Program grant recipients to assist with program and equipment funding include many sports clubs.

$3,000 grants will go to:

• Aldinga Bay Surf Life Saving Club 
• Goolwa Cricket Club 
• Goolwa Netball Club 
• Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club 
• Goolwa Surf Life Saving Club
• Kingscote Football Club
• McLaren Football Club 
• Parndana Sports Club 
• Port Elliot Bowling Club Incorporated 
• Port Elliot Surf Life Saving Club 
• Port Elliot Tennis Club 
• Port Noarlunga Soldiers' Memorial Bowling Green 
• Port Noarlunga Surf Life Saving Club 
• Strathalbyn Football Club
• Fleurieu Aquatic Centre 
• Strathalbyn Community Swimming Pool  

$1,500 grants will go to:

• Back Valley Tennis Club
• Encounter Bay Cricket Club 
• Girl Guides Strathalbyn, Victor Harbor ,Willunga  
• Goolwa Hockey Club 
• Goolwa Croquet Club 
• Goolwa Tennis Club 
• Great Southern Swimming Club 
• Kingscote Netball Club 
• South Coast Cycling 
• Strathalbyn and Districts Little Athletics Centre 
• Victor Harbour Tennis Club