Local football clubs across Australia have the opportunity to share in an $8 million funding boost over 2024 – 2028 through Telstra Footy Country Grants. $2 million was granted by the AFL and Telstra in 2024 to deserving clubs Australia-wide. With another pool of $2 million to be distributed in 2025, eligible regional and metro community football clubs can apply for grants up to $20,000 – helping strengthen, sustain and grow local footy.

As the foundation of our great game and the heartbeat of communities, investment in local clubs is vital to ensuring everyone has access to play Aussie Rules and experience the health, social and wellbeing benefits that come with belonging to a club.

Whether it’s upgrading to an electronic scoreboard, upskilling volunteers or introducing new initiatives to attract more participants, Telstra Footy Country Grants aims to provide tangible support for clubs and alleviate the challenges they may face.

• Round 3: Friday 4th April to 11:59pm (AEST) Sunday 25th May 2025
• Round 4: Monday 26th May 2025 to 5pm (AEST) Thursday 24th July 2025

For furhter information visit Telstra Footy Country Grants – Play AFL