Valley Sport Update - August 2023

Valley Sport Update - August 2023

August 31, 2023

Grant Smarts | PLANNED, PROACTIVE, PROGRESS 💡

Valley Sport is thrilled to announce the launch of Grant Smarts, a program aimed at making the grant application process less daunting for clubs. We understand that seeking grants can be overwhelming, with challenges such as identifying suitable opportunities, comprehending guidelines, and effectively presenting your project. Crafting a successful grant application requires a diverse range of skills, including budgeting and project management, along with a wealth of information to build a compelling application.

Program information:

  • Limited spots so be quick to sign up!

  • Valley Sport only charge a one off fee, we DO NOT take any percentage or cut of any successful grants you may secure whilst working with us!

  • This program is designed to educate, upskill, and build your confidence in applying for grants.

  • Valley Sport will work with you to help you identify your funding needs and projects, pulling together a plan that will ensure you are Planned, Proactive and making Progress.

  • We will support you (one on one) and your clubs action plan for 12 months!

  • Through workshop learnings and one on one monthly support meetings, this program will consist of one on one time reviewing grant applications, guiding you through the application processes and assisting you with any questions or queries you have with your application/s.

  • There is no limit on the amount of grants you can apply for, our role is to simply upskill you and guide you along the way as you build your skillsets.

If you this sounds intriguing for your club, feel free to reach out to Nattalie for further information or a detailed quote. You can contact her emailing [email protected] or by calling 5831 8456.

New Strategic Planning Services Launched

Valley Sport is pleased to announce the addition of an exciting new feature to our strategic planning services. In addition to our long standing five-year plans, we are delighted to introduce one-year strategic plans that can be tailored to the specific needs of sports clubs.

Our new one-year plans are designed for clubs that excel in many areas of club operations but require concentrated efforts in a particular key area.

If you're interested in discussing strategic planning for your club or would like more details about our comprehensive strategic planning services, please don't hesitate to reach out to Tom at [email protected] or give us a call at 5831 8456. We look forward to assisting you in achieving your club's goals.

Clubs Encouraged To Get On The Front Foot

‘On the Front Foot’ is a free mental health development program designed by Valley Sport in collaboration with Rachael Willis, Principal Clinical Psychologist at Pure Empowerment.

On the Front Foot is a 60-minute workshop designed for local community sports clubs like yours. Whether in-person or online, this workshop will equip you with the skills and confidence to support not just yourself but others who may be facing mental health challenges.

The Goulburn Valley has been negatively affected by several events over the past years and Valley Sport recognises the significant role sport plays in resilience building and connecting rural and regional communities. These workshops aim to promote positive mental health messaging and referral pathways in sport, ensuring early intervention is front of mind.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in hosting, please get in touch via email [email protected] or by filling out a expression of interest form here

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Sporting Club Courses

Valley Sport can assist you and your club members by organising the following courses.

  • Provide CPR (HLTAID009)

  • Provide First Aid ( HLTAID011)

  • Responsible Service of Alcohol

  • Level 1 Sports Trainer

If you are interested in completing one of the following courses, please fill out an expression of interest form here.

Volunteers Needed for 2023 Tri State Games!

From November 12-17, get ready for the second year of sporting excitement as the Moira & Berrigan Shires, along with other dedicated organisations, come together to host the annual Tri State Games!

This inspiring week-long sporting event is designed to provide individuals with disabilities the incredible opportunity to engage in friendly competition, active participation, and positive social interaction through a diverse range of sporting activities.

You have the opportunity to play a crucial role in making this exceptional week even more remarkable by volunteering in a range of roles.

Learn more and join the team here: https://bit.ly/3KVjJhy

Mooroopna All Abilities Football Netball Carnival

Valley Sport alongside AFL Goulburn Murray and Netball Victoria are excited to announce that the 2023 Mooroopna All Abilities Football Netball Carnival is being held again this September.

  • Date: Wednesday 6th September 2023

  • Time: 10am - 2pm

  • Location: Mooroopna Recreation Reserve

Admission to the event is free for all spectators, so why not come down and catch some of the fantastic action taking place on both the football and netball courts?

Got a question? Contact Heath on 5831 8456 or [email protected]

Benalla Come and Try Day

Tomorrow Today is excited to announce a FREE "Come and Try" day in Benalla on September 10th. This community event aims to highlight the fantastic sports and recreational activities that Benalla has to offer, and it's completely free for everyone to join in!

  • Date: Sunday 10th September

  • Time: 10am - 1pm

  • Location: Benalla All Blacks Reserve & Benalla Indoor Rec Centre

Mandatory Changes To Liquor Licence Signage

Liquor Control Victoria have made mandatory changes to required signage for licenced premises.

Licensees are required by law to display signage (posters/notices) around licenced premises, with information clearly visible to the public. Premises who do not display the correct signage may be fined over $900 (liquor licence breaches)

Clubs can view the information and download the updated signage here.

Start to Talk Campaign

Start to Talk is a national campaign which aims to encourage parents and sporting organisations to discuss how they can work together to create a child safe environment

The campaign was developed in response to recommendations from the Royal Commission which identified sport clubs as having an important role to play in the prevention and detection of abuse. It is based on a European child safety campaign lead by the Council of Europe.

Visit the website to find valuable resources including:

  1. Child Safe Practices - Dos and Don'ts

  2. A Parents/Carers Guide to Selecting a Safe Sporting Club

  3. How to Involve Children and Young People in Your Sporting Organization

  4. Checklist for Selecting a Safe Sporting Club

  5. Choosing a Child Safe Club – Poster

Join the Active Women and Girls Network

A community that champions the rights and voices of women, girls, and their advocates.

Together, we strive to address challenges and explore new approaches to transforming participation of women and girls in sport and recreation.

Join us at our next meeting or complete your expression of interest form here.

Best Practice Financial Checklist For Sporting Clubs

In partnership with MB+M accounting Valley Sport have developed a best practice financial checklist and webinar for sporting clubs. The checklist and webinar can be a great resource for new or returning club treasurers.

If you are interested in viewing a recording of the webinar, please visit our website.

Country Football & Netball Program

Delivered in partnership with the AFL, AFL Victoria and Netball Victoria, the Country Football and Netball Program provides funding to assist regional football and netball clubs, associations and umpiring organisations to upgrade and develop facilities in rural, regional and outer metropolitan locations.

The available funding for the Country Football and Netball Program is Up to $250,000

Eligible projects include:

  • development of new, or upgrade to existing change rooms and pavilions to increase capacity, inclusion and safety

  • development of new, or upgrade to existing sports ovals and courts to increase capacity and safety

  • sports lighting that improves facility capacity and participant safety. Lighting projects may include the installation of new LED Lighting Infrastructure, or the replacement of non-LED lighting with LED lamps to permit lighting standards to be met

  • projects that result in energy or water efficiency, with a direct impact on participation, such as warm season grass conversions.

Only Local Government Authorities (LGAs) are eligible to apply directly to the Program, Sporting Clubs are encouraged to speak to their local LGA

Applications Close: 9th October 2023

Youth Aquatic Accreditation Program

The Youth Aquatic Accreditation Program is now supporting young people aged 16 to 25 years to complete swim teacher training for free. The program has assisted over 860 young people to kickstart a career as a swim teacher.

Available funding:

  • Swimming and Water Safety Teacher-up to $325 per person

  • Promote development of infants and toddlers in an aquatic environment up to $285 per person

  • Renewal of Swimming and Water Safety Teacher –up to $195 per person

  • Assist participants with a disability during aquatic activities –up to $285 per person.

Eligible councils and swim centres are eligible to apply.

Applications Close: 31 May 2024

Toyota Good For Footy Raffle

The Toyota Good for Footy Raffle is fundraising made easy! Toyota provides all the prizes for the raffle and grassroots clubs get 100% of the proceeds and there is no sign up or registration fees.

  • $5 per ticket

  • Free to register

  • Club keeps 100% of the proceeds

  • 35 prizes to be won including (Cars, Coaching clinics, Vouchers)

Closes: 18th September

For more information or to register your club, please visit: https://www.toyota.com.au/community/partnerships/afl-aflw/raffle

AFL Strategic Community Investment Fund

The Strategic Community Investment Fund (SCIF) is designed to financially assist initiatives that can support Community Clubs affiliated to AFL Victoria in three key strategic areas:

  • Grow and assist volunteer capacity.

  • Grow and diversify participation.

  • Improve club environments and player experiences.

Examples of eligible projects include:

  • Improving club financial practices such as upgrading from manual cash handling to electronic POS processes

  • Subsidies for training and playing uniform and boots, registration and membership, up to $750 per player, etc

  • Safety netting behind the goal posts

Applications will be assessed monthly. For more information, please visit: https://www.aflvic.com.au/facilities-funding/strategic-community-investment-fund

Moira Shire Quick Response Grants

The overall purpose of the grants program is to provide a funding scheme that strengthens the involvement of community organisations in the development of services, management of facilities, events, arts and culture, tourism, promotion of health, supply of equipment, promotion of environmental sustainability and infrastructure in the community.

Quick Response Grants of up to $1,000 are open all year round. These grants aim to provide community organisations a responsive opportunity to apply for funding for small projects or events that will occur within 3 months of the application

Applications are ongoing

For more information, please visit: https://www.moira.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-Grants

If you have any questions or would like assistance applying for any of the above grants, please don’t hesitate to get in contact.

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Valley Sport are always here to support your club and you can reach us via the platforms below:

Valley Sport Website: https://valleysport.net.au/

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