Vikings Representative Grant

For individuals representing ACT and Australia

 

The Vikings Representative Grant Program recognises the incredible achievements of affiliated athletes who have been officially selected to represent their sport at a Territory, National or International level. 

Through this Program, Vikings provides financial assistance to help reduce the costs associated with representative participation, supporting athletes within the Tuggeranong community to pursue representative opportunities and achieve their sporting goals.

By easing the financial burden of travel, equipment and competition costs, we allow athletes to focus on what truly matters: striving for excellence and chasing their sporting dreams.

Vikings Representative Grant Program Guidelines

AVAILABLE GRANTS

Our Representative Grants are awarded as a one-off payment directly to eligible athletes: 

  • ACT Representative Grant: $500 
    Available for athletes officially selected to represent the ACT at competitions held more than 150km distance (by car) from the ACT border.

  • Australian Representative Grant (Domestic Competition): $750
    Available for athletes officially selected to represent Australia at competitions held within Australia,and also held more than 150km distance (by car) from the ACT border.

  • Australian Representative Grant (International Competition): $1,500
    Available for athletes officially selected to represent Australia at competitions held internationally.  

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

To be eligible to receive a Representative Grant, Applicants must:  

  • Be a current member of a sporting club affiliated with Vikings. 

  • Have been officially selected to represent their sport through the relevant state or national sporting body for the nominated competition. 

  • Provide an official selection letter or confirmation from the relevant state or national sporting body as part of their application. 

  • Be participating in the nominated competition held more than 150km distance (by car) from the ACT border.

  • Include a supporting reference from the President (or delegated representative) of their affiliated club as part of their application. 

  • Demonstrate financial need and/or identify financial barriers associated with representative participation.

  • Be a current Vikings member for a minimum of 12 months (18+ applicants), or have a parent/guardian who holds a current Vikings membership for a minimum of 12 months (U18 applicants).

Each financial year, athletes may apply for one ACT-level grant and one Australian-level grant (either Domestic or International, but not both).

PREFERENCE

Preference may be given to applicants who:

a)    reside within the Tuggeranong Valley;

b)    demonstrate significant financial hardship or participation barriers, or

c)    show limited access to alternative funding support.

SELECTION PROCESS

All applications will be assessed against the program eligibility criteria (detailed above) and available program funding.

To allow sufficient time for assessment and processing, applications must be submitted a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the commencement of the nominated competition. Applicants are, however, encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Applications submitted less than two (2) weeks prior to the competition may not be considered.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

All funding decisions are made by the Vikings' Community Committee and are final.

Submission of an application does not guarantee funding approval from Vikings.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Please attach the following documentation to your application:

  • Official selection letter or confirmation from the relevant state or national sporting body.

  • Letter of support from the President (or delegated representative) of your Affiliated Club.        

FOR MORE INFORMATION

For questions or further information, please contact: community@vikings.com.au.

Apply for a Representative Grant

Simply fill out the form below and upload any supporting documentation.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Applications submitted under the Vikings Representative Grant Program are subject to the Community Program Terms & Conditions. Applicants are encouraged to read these before applying to understand the eligibility requirements, assessment process and funding obligations.

Read Terms and Conditions