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NSW Rugby World Cup Legacy Program 2026/27 - Category 2

NSW Government

Funding amount$5,000 - $50,000
DeadlineCloses Fri, 14 Aug 2026
RegionNSW

Overview

The participation stream aims to increase participation in Rugby with new or enhanced program/competition formats and increase opportunities for participation in Rugby for under-represented groups.

Eligibility

Who can apply Eligible applicants are: Incorporated, not for profit rugby union associations or zones in NSW that are affiliated and have met compliance requirements of NSWRU and/or ACT&SNSWRU. Types of projects funded under this grant Category 2 - Participation Funds will be prioritised to projects that are: new or innovative for program/competition formats that expand participation base and/or pilot alternative models of competition delivery beyond traditional programs. Programs put forward for funding should be holistic and demonstrate that consideration has been given to all the elements of the program necessary to result in the increased participation and other outcomes. Where a new population group is targeted, there should be a clear explanation of the opportunity (e.g.: size of market, level of interest/demand), how the consultation and ongoing engagement with this group will occur and be sustained over the delivery timeframe to maximise sustainability of the program. The proposed program should be discussed with the relevant contact at NSWRU and/or ACT&SNSWRU staff to ensure that its realistic, aligns with the Rugby Strategic priorities and feedback and support can be provided to strengthen the application.  Please note the relevant Rugby contact will not be involved in the assessment of the application. Examples of population groups that may be targeted or modified programs/competitions that may be considered include: Women and girls’ participation (e.g. new girls’ competitions) First Nations or Pasifika groups Tri Tag Rugby Programs (adults) Modified programs/competitions for Under 85kg, over 35 aged etc Introductory programs for children and young people e.g. Get into Rugby programs or Tri Tag Rugby programs. When the project can start and end Category 2 – Participation: Projects commence within 6 months of the notification to successful applicants and must be completed by December 2028. The project must be completed by 31 December 2028. Outcomes for projects funded under this grant The objectives align with Rugby Australia’s strategy and NSW Rugby Union and ACT & Southern NSW Rugby Union’s strategy and are listed below. Category 2 - Participation stream - key objectives are to: Increase participation in Rugby with new or enhanced program/competition formats Increase opportunities for participation in Rugby for under-represented groups Priority will be given to innovative, program/competition formats that expand participation pathways and/or test alternative models of competition delivery beyond traditional programs. What costs you can apply for Examples of eligible cost items include (but are not limited to): Staff including co-ordinators, coaches/facilitators to directly run programs/competitions, medic/first aid officers Marketing costs - limited to 10% of grant amount request Welcome/Acknowledgement to Country, Pride and other social/cultural initiatives – limited to 10% of the grant amount request Equipment (e.g. Tri Tag belts fo

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