Helping community sports clubs access the funding they deserve
Tiny Sports Limited is a for-purpose organisation that helps Australian grassroots sports clubs and independent coaches navigate government grant programs, build their capacity, and grow their programs so they can focus on what matters: the athletes.
The funding gap in grassroots sport
Government grants exist to support community sport but most coaches and small clubs don't know they exist, don't meet the eligibility criteria as sole traders, or don't have the time or capacity to apply. Tiny Sports bridges that gap.
We act as the incorporated entity that applies on behalf of clubs and coaches, handling the paperwork, writing the applications, and managing the acquittal so the funding gets to where it's needed.
How we help
Three core services for clubs and coaches at every stage.
Grant Writing & Submission
We identify the right grant programs for your situation, write the applications, and manage the submission and acquittal process end-to-end.
Eligibility & Setup
Many coaches and small clubs can't apply for grants directly as sole traders. We help structure your operations so funding is accessible.
Club Capacity Building
Governance, strategic planning, financial management, and compliance support — the foundations your club needs to grow sustainably.
Grant programs we work with
We work with state government grant programs across Victoria and Queensland, with national coverage growing as we expand our partner network.
Sporting Club Grants Program
Sport and Recreation Victoria
$750 – $5,000 per category
Closed — next round expected 2027
Category 1: Uniforms & Equipment
SRV Sporting Club Grants
Up to $1,000
Closed — next round expected 2027
Category 3: Access & Events
SRV Sporting Club Grants
$2,500 – $5,000
Closed — next round expected 2027
Category 4: Travel
SRV Sporting Club Grants
$750 per athlete (up to 8)
Closed — next round expected 2027
Active Clubs Funding
Sport and Recreation Queensland
Up to $2,500
Monitoring — next round TBA
Emerging Athlete Pathways
Sport and Recreation Queensland
Various
Ongoing — enquire for details
Why we exist
Jarasport — the story behind Tiny Sports
Jarasport is an independent coaching program based in Victoria, specialising in triathlon, road cycling, and velodrome track cycling. Coach Simon has developed athletes at every level from first-timers to competitors at ITU Triathlon World Championships.
Despite producing world-class results, Jarasport operates as a sole-trader business, meaning it was locked out of Sport & Recreation Victoria grant programs entirely. Working with Jarasport revealed the scale of this problem and became the model for everything Tiny Sports does.
Sport
Triathlon & Cycling
Location
Victoria
Achievement
World Championship athletes
Our compliance commitments
Tiny Sports and all partner organisations we support adhere to these standards as a condition of government grant funding.
Victorian Fair Play Code
We adhere to and promote Victoria's Fair Play Code, establishing safe, fair, and inclusive sporting environments across all programs we support. The Code's five principles — Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, and Safety — are embedded in our operations and those of our partner organisations.
Fair Play Code — Sport and Recreation Victoria →Child Safe Standards
Where participants under 18 are involved, we require partner organisations to have implemented Victoria's 11 Child Safe Standards — including child-focused complaints processes, suitable workforce screening, and documented child safety policies. We confirm compliance as part of every grant application.
Child Safe Standards — CCYP Victoria →National Anti-Doping Policy
We comply with the Australian National Anti-Doping Scheme and Australian National Anti-Doping Policy where required. Partner organisations are expected to operate in accordance with Sport Integrity Australia's anti-doping requirements relevant to their level of competition.
Anti-Doping — Sport Integrity Australia →Is your club or program missing out on funding?
If you coach or run a sports program in Victoria or Queensland, there's a good chance funding is available that you don't know about. Get in touch and we'll assess your eligibility for free.
Check Your Eligibility