Stronger Fishing Clubs Grant Program
We want to strengthen fishing clubs and help them attract new members, improve their facilities, and promote participation amongst all ages and abilities because we know wetting a line in the great outdoors is good for people’s wellbeing and their relationships.
That’s why the State Government is bringing back the Stronger Fishing Clubs Grant Program, this time with grants of up to $10,000 per club. The 2025-26 round of grants will open soon, on Wednesday 8 October, 2025.
The program is funded by recreational fishing licence fees, with grants awarded to the following fishing clubs in round one.
The grants are available for projects like:
- fishing tuition for multicultural groups, women, first nations people and all-abilities
- open days at the club
- member training and events involving the public
- guest speaker nights
- upgrades of club IT
- club website development
- clubroom improvements
- equipment that will benefit all members.
Guidelines and conditions
Prior to preparing an application, read the following Grants Program Conditions & Guidelines.
Application Process
Details on how to apply for a grant will be provided here on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
Need help or advice?
For more information or to discuss an application contact richard.rogala@vfa.vic.gov.au