The objectives are:

• increase participation of girls aged 13 to 17 in sport through inclusive, safe and tailored environments
• provide entry-level and skill building participation opportunities that develop movement competence and support participation in sport amongst young girls
• provide opportunities that enhance the skills and capabilities of sporting clubs, community groups, volunteers and the sport sector, through education and training programs
• to provide essential uniforms and sporting equipment for participation.

Eligibility criteria

• incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act 2015 (WA); or,
• as a company limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001; or,
• as an indigenous organisation under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006; and,
• provide an activity which meets CITS' definition of sport.

• be Australian Business Number (ABN) registered
• maintain general public liability insurance cover of at least $10 million for the term of the initiative
• comply with all State and Commonwealth Laws which apply to the initiative
• organisations with outstanding acquittals for any CITS grant may have payments withheld until outstanding acquittal documentation is satisfactorily completed.

Funding

Funding investment framework

• The Game on, Girls Grant Program is an open and competitive grants program with applications assessed against the assessment criteria and ranked based on the merits of the proposals.
• Applicants must demonstrate engagement with girls in program design.
• Projects targeting girls programs for low participation groups or remote communities will be highly regarded.
• Organisations can apply for funding from $1,500 to $5,000.
• Projects must commence in the same financial year the grant is awarded and finish within 12 months of the start date.
• Only one application per organisation per financial year.
• Auspice arrangements are not permitted.

Funding may be used for the following categories: 

Funding cannot be used for

• ongoing organisational costs (for example, salaries not associated with the initiative, insurance, administration expenses)
• existing programs
• initiatives outside of WA
• initiatives that have already taken place or have commenced 
• capital works (for example, purchase of land or buildings, repairs, extensions, renovations, maintenance or construction)
• capital equipment (for example, computers, photocopiers and vehicles) 
• trophies, prize money or gifts
• hospitality functions (for example, awards dinners, catering, alcohol, entertainment) 
• individual membership fees.

Please note future grant rounds will be added and details will be published on the CITS website.

How to apply

Application information

Applicants must:

• read and understand these grant guidelines before applying
• complete all sections of the application form and provide supporting documentation including:
  • a copy of the organisation’s incorporation certificate
  • suitable evidence to show currency of insurance for the delivery period must be provided upon application (minimum required is $10 million).
• Submit your application form and supporting documentation via CITS website.

Assessment, approval and acquittal process

Assessment and approval process

Applications will be:

• assessed by CITS for compliance with the eligibility criteria
• compliant applications will be assessed by CITS against the assessment criteria for alignment to program objectives and value for money
• reviewed by an independent panel to consider recommendations
• forwarded to the Minister for Sport and Recreation for consideration and approval.

Successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified in writing. Applicants may not be successful or may not be funded to the full amount requested.

Assessment criteria

• increasing the participation of girls aged 13 to 17 years old
• creation of inclusive sporting environments for girls aged 13 to 17 years old
• skill development opportunities for girls aged 13 to 17 years old. 

• The application details how the project will be delivered and is based on a realistic budget that represents value for money. 

Grant agreement

• Successful applicants will enter into a grant agreement outlining the grant conditions, key deliverables and acquittal requirements.
• Once signed and returned, the grant will be paid directly to the eligible applicant body.
• No grant monies will be paid to an individual.

Acquittal requirements

• Initiatives must complete an acquittal form within 30 days of completion to demonstrate that the funding has been spent in accordance with the grant agreement. 

Conditions of funding agreements

• If the organisation is registered for Goods and Services Tax (GST), the grant will be grossed up by 10%. Organisations not registered for GST, will not receive additional GST payments. 

CITS acknowledgement and evaluation

• Successful organisations will be required to acknowledge CITS. Further details will be provided to successful applicants within their grant agreement.
• Successful organisations may be required to participate in any research and/or evaluations relating to this funding and/or funded initiatives.

Freedom of information

• The Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA) (FOI Act) gives the right to access documentation held by CITS subject to the limitations of the FOI Act. 
• These documents can be of a personal or non-personal nature and may apply to the grant administration processes.

Privacy

• The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) regulates how personal information is handled by CITS.
• All information provided to CITS and gathered during the grant assessment process will be stored on a database that will only be accessed by authorised CITS personnel.
• That database is subject to privacy restrictions in accordance with the Privacy Act 1998 (Cth) and the Freedom of Information Act.

Contact by Minister or local Member of Parliament

• By applying for this program, applicants acknowledge and accept that successful applicants may be contacted by the Minister for Sport and Recreation or their local Member of Parliament to discuss their grant.
• Applicants acknowledge that the contact details of the applicant may be provided to their local Member of Parliament for this purpose.

Appeals and complaints

When you submit an application, your application is subject to a competitive assessment process. Your application is assessed against the assessment criteria and all applicants are notified of the outcome of their application as soon as possible following the conclusion of the assessment process.

Appealing an unsuccessful application

• Appeals will only be considered where there is an alleged breach of the assessment process. If you believe that the proper assessment process has not been followed for your grant application, please discuss your concerns with the relevant CITS contact for the grant program.

Lodging a complaint

• Following discussion with the relevant CITS contact for the grant program, if you consider your concerns have not been adequately addressed; you can lodge a complaint with CITS, in writing, by following the instructions outlined in the feedback section.

Further information

Telephone 61 8 6552 7300
Email participation@cits.wa.gov.au
PO Box 8349, Perth Business Centre WA 6849
246 Vincent Street, Leederville WA 6007