Together More Active is open to recognised state sporting associations, state sport and recreation bodies, regional sports assemblies and regional academies of sport. For a full list of eligible organisations, visit find sport and recreation organisations.

Eligible organisations must meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrate the organisation is recognised (or is in the process of gaining recognition) as a State Sporting Association, State Sport and Active Recreation Body, Regional Academy of Sport or Peak Body.
• Be non-government, not-for-profit, legally constituted and registered as an incorporated association or public company limited by guarantee as at 26 April 2021 and for the duration of the funding.
• Adhere to and enforce the Fair Play Code (or) relevant state sporting association code of conduct/member protection policy, which incorporates the Fair Play Code. Further information about this Code.
• Comply with the expectations of the Victorian Anti-doping Policy 2012
• Have satisfactorily materially met reporting requirements on any grants previously received from Sport and Recreation Victoria to the satisfaction of the department.
• Implement and maintain policies relating to member protection and child safe standards
• Achieved and maintain a minimum of 40 per cent women on their board or have an Office of Women in Sport and Recreation approved work plan to meet this requirement.
• Be open to innovation and exploring new opportunities to delivering physical activity through new participation approaches.
• Is committed to gender equality and inclusion of targeted groups including Aboriginal Victorians, CALD, disability, LGBTIQ+, disengaged youth, seniors and socio-disadvantaged cohorts. Applicants are encouraged to have, or develop, an Inclusion Action Plan and Reconciliation Action Plan.

Round 2 of the Together More Active has two separate and complementary funding streams:

Sector capability building funding

Available to Regional Sport Victoria, Vicsport, Outdoors Victoria and the nine regional sport assemblies, sector capability building funding will prioritise initiatives that support the sport and active recreation sector to be more sustainable and increase inclusive participation opportunities.

Sector capability building funding is available for two years and will support projects that:

• increase equity, inclusiveness and diversity
• strengthen integrity, safety, governance and leadership
• develop the workforce, including volunteers
• boost club development and capacity
• meet growing and unmet demand in outdoor recreation or active recreation.

Project funding

Available to recognised state sporting associations, state sport and active recreation bodies, regional academies of sport, regional sports assemblies and Outdoors Victoria, project funding assists the development and delivery of programs that support participation outcomes, thereby increasing physical activity, physical literacy, motor skill development and social and community connectedness or build system resilience and capacity.

Project funding is provided for up to two years, with the opportunity of continuation for an additional two years for projects funded under Round 1, or funding for new projects that align with your organisation’s strategic plan.

Project funding will support initiatives that:

• increase equity, diversity and inclusiveness
• increase participation outcomes and support pathways
• tests innovation and new products
• deliver opportunities for targeted population groups
• build social cohesion
• build employment pathways
• strengthen integrity, safety, governance and leadership
• enhances culture
• develop the workforce, including volunteers
• focus on outdoor recreation, unstructured play and nature based activity
• boost club development and capacity.

The total level of funding for each organisation, is determined by its capacity and reach. Each organisation will be categorised 1-5. The following table provides a guide to the total funding level for each category.

These are:

Funding Level Categories

Category  1 - Proposals of up to $20,000 annually

Category  2 - Proposals of up to $30,000 annually

Category 3 - Proposals of up to $70,000 annually

Category 4 - Proposals of up to $120,000 annually

Category  5 - To be assessed based on regional and demographic reach

Organisations will be informed during the Expression of Interest process of their allocated category. If your organisation does not receive an allocated category, please contact your Sport and Recreation Victoria Relationship Manager to discuss your eligibility.

Expressions of Interest are now open for Together More Active.

For assistance with an Expression of Interest proposal contact your Sport and Recreation Victoria Relationship Manager.

Expressions of Interest will be assessed on conclusion of the Expression of Interest period with organisations to be informed of their funding allocation in July 2021.

Program area and assistance

Read more about Sport and Recreation Victoria 

For general Sport and Recreation Victoria grant enquiries:

Ph 1300 366 356 for the cost of a local call (except from mobile phones) Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5pm except public holidays.

Email: SportPrograms@sport.vic.gov.au

A Frequently Asked Questions document has been developed to assist organisations when considering their Expression of Interest for the Together More Active.

Together More Active Program FAQs

Read more about Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV)

For general Sport and Recreation Victoria grant enquiries:
Phone: 1800 325 206 for the cost of a local call (except from mobile phones); or
Email: SportPrograms@sport.vic.gov.au
Open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm except public holidays