Opportunity Knocks Program
Funding Providers
Tennis Australia
Location
Australia WideFunding Type
Subsidised goods and services G12854
Primary Category
Sport and recreationEligible to
- Individuals
Funding
Amount (max): $500Round(s)
Ongoing
Purpose
The Opportunity Knocks Subsidy Program (“Subsidy”) offers young people aged 5 - 17 facing disadvantage or adversity the opportunity to continue their tennis journey with subsidized coaching by a qualified tennis coach.
Overview
The Subsidies aim to:
- reduce financial barriers to participation in sport outside of school for children and young people;
- use tennis as a vehicle to strengthen resilience, promote self-worth and build a sense of belonging in children and young people;
- provide continued access to opportunities to experience success and social connection. This is not a high performance scholarship.
Funding
Funding of up to $400 per person per year for coaching fees and an additional $100 per person per year for club membership and/or competition fees is available.
| Activity | Semester One | Semester Two |
| Applications open | 10 December (previous year) | 1 June |
| Applications close | When funds are exhausted | When funds are exhausted |
| Funding confirmation | Within ten working days of application receipt | Within ten working days of application receipt |
Limitations
Eligibility
Funding is available to children and young people who meet the following criteria:
- aged between 5 – 17
- facing financial hardship or disadvantage
- families have no outstanding reporting requirements for any other Tennis Australia or ATF funding programs
Applications / Guidelines
Apply Using SmartyGrants:https://www.fundingcentre.com.au/grants/gold-coast/G12854/apply
Contact Details
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