What is In2Sport?
In2Sport Brimbank is a subsidy program to help children living in Brimbank take part in community sport, regardless of financial circumstances.
The program aims to fund 75 per cent – or up to $200 – towards club membership fees (subject to availability).
In2Sport is an inclusive program. We encourage applications from people applying for the first time, living with disability and females.
Applications are now closed.
About In2Sport
Am I eligible
Am I eligible
To be eligible for In2Sport your child must:
- live in Brimbank
- be aged 6-18 years (at the time of application)
- have not received any In2Sport funding in the current financial year
- be registered with a Brimbank sports club or a community based sports program (must be not-for-profit).
To apply you will need:
- proof of your Brimbank address
- a valid Health Care of Pension Concession Card with your child's name on
Note: Successful applicants are only eligible to receive funding once per financial year.
To ensure fairness, all applications received outside of the indicated periods will not be considered.
Closing of applications is subject to the availability of funds.
When are applications open?
When are applications open?
Summer | Winter | |
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Priority application period - |
26 August 2024* | 27 January 2025 |
Opening date | 9 September 2024** | 17 February 2025** |
Closing date | Subject to availability | Subject to availability |
* First-time applicants, females and people with disability can apply during the entire application period, but priority will only be given in the nominated priority period.
** Applications must be submitted during the indicated application periods to ensure fairness for all applicants. Applications received outside of the indicated periods will not be processed.
What is the application process?
What is the application process?
Step 1
Complete our online application form. You'll need to upload a copy of your family's Health Care Card or Pension Card. It will need to list the nominated child's name. If you do not have the ability to apply online please email in2sport@brimbank.vic.gov.au.
Step 2
Our team will assess and process your application. You'll be notified of the outcome via email. The notification process can take two to four weeks after the date of application.
Step 3
Present your approval letter to your nominated club when joining. Pay the membership fee, minus the approved In2Sport Brimbank funding.
Step 4
The club will invoice us for the approved cost of the fees.
How do I find a club
How do I find a club
Download the List of In2Sport Registered Clubs.(XLS 23KB)
If the club you want isn't listed you'll need to contact the club and ask them to submit an In2Sport Club Registration Form (PDF 1.1MB) after you've completed your own application.
Clubs selected outside of the pre-approved list must meet the eligibility criteria.
If you're unsure which sport or club you would like to join, talk to our Leisure and Community Facilities team at in2sport@brimbank.vic.gov.au or call 03 9249 4824 before submitting your application.
Become an In2Sport Affiliated Sports Club
Become an In2Sport Affiliated Sports Club
To become an In2Sport Affiliated Sports Club, the club must:
- Be based in Brimbank
- Be not-for-profit
- Be affiliated with their State Sporting Body
- Register as an In2Sport Brimbank Club (PDF 1.1MB)
What else do I need to know?
What else do I need to know?
Funding is limited and subject to availability. Along with funding applications, individuals are encouraged to contact their local clubs to seek alternative subsidies at club level.
No retrospective fees will be paid inclusive of uniform and equipment fees.
Applications for year-round sports can be considered across both application periods, subject to funding availability.
Referral Agents
Referral Agents
Referral agents are crucial to identifying children who aren't able to join a sports club, predominantly due to their financial circumstances. Referral agents can also help complete application forms, and submit them to us on behalf of parents.
Contact Leisure and Community Facilities on 03 9249 4824 or in2sport@brimbank.vic.gov.au to register as an In2Sport Brimbank Referral Agent.
More information
More information
Download the In2Sport brochure (PDF 3.5MB)
Leisure and Community Facilities
Phone: 03 9249 4824
Email: in2sport@brimbank.vic.gov.au
Visit: Brimbank Community Civic Centre, 301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine, 3020.