Football Australia has awarded 118 grants to community clubs and associations to boost women’s football across the country. This initiative is part of the Growing Football Fund Community Grants, supported by CommBank, aiming to make football more inclusive and accessible for women and girls.
*Grant Objectives:*
– *Driving Participation*: Creating new opportunities for engagement through come-and-try events
– *Enhancing Experience*: Investing in coach development to improve the participant experience
– *Promoting Body Confidence*: Removing white playing shorts to promote body confidence
– *Reducing Barriers*: Providing fee subsidies to women and girls experiencing financial hardship
*Impact:*
The grants will support local families, relieve financial hardship, and help young refugee arrivals feel connected to their community. Football Australia’s goal is to attract and retain 50,000 female participants across Australia over the next two years .
*Notable Recipients:*
– Upfield Soccer Club received funding to assist 50 young women from refugee backgrounds through a fee subsidy for new players
– Kyneton District Soccer Club received funding to support coach development, with 35 coaches benefiting from training opportunities
This initiative demonstrates Football Australia’s commitment to growing women’s football and promoting equality in the sport.
