Raise More For Your Sport This EOFY
What can I fundraise for?
Raise funds for anything that develops sport in Australia:
- Purchase new sporting equipment
- Upgrade facilities and grounds
- Cover coaching, training and travel expenses
- Medical costs, physio & conditioning
- Fund participation or development programs
- Offer services for athlete welfare and support
If you could benefit from any or all of the above, it’s time to launch a campaign.
Don't miss the EOFY fundraising opportunity!
50% of all donations to sport happen during EOFY.
EOFY is when generosity peaks, and donors are actively looking to give. Last June, more than 19,000 donations were made, fuelling clubs and athletes across Australia.
The first few weeks of a campaign sets the tone. Get ahead now, build momentum early, and maximise every EOFY donation while your supporters are most engaged.
Set yourself up for success. Launch a campaign today and make this EOFY count.
ASF BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
COLLECT DONATIONS 24/7.
Our mobile optimised donate form can take donations anywhere - anytime. It’s designed to help your donors every step of the way, so they get a positive giving experience every time.
ENGAGE YOUR DONORS.
Our platform reduces the administration of running a fundraiser and tracks all your donations, so you can focus on what matters - thanking your donors.
TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS.
We are the only sport fundraising platform where donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. This means your donations can have a greater impact, while we take care of the receipts.
- Case Study
St George Randwick Hockey Club
St George Randwick Hockey Club, based in Sydney’s inner city, is a place where players of all ages develop skills, build friendships, and grow their love for the game.
With support from the ASF, the club has raised over $50,000, allowing them to expand access to hockey, enhance training programs, and invest in upgraded equipment and coaching resources. These funds have also supported partnerships with local schools, introducing more young athletes to the sport and strengthening community connections.
Timing your run can make all the difference
Whether you’re starting a new campaign or boosting an existing one, our Sport Fundraising Campaign Calendar provides a tailored plan to help launch and promote your campaign, as well as re-engage donors for maximum impact.
FAQs
Common questions from Fundraisers
Am I eligible to sign up with the ASF?
Organisations are eligible to sign up with the ASF if they:
Are an incorporated* entity,
Have an ABN and bank account, and
Are looking to fundraise to develop sport in Australia.
*Some entity types are not eligible to fundraise with the ASF, including sole traders, Personal/Family Trusts, Funds and Estates.
Individuals* are eligible to sign up with the ASF if they:
Are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and
Are raising funds to participate in their chosen sport.
** The ASF platform is not limited to athletes. It is also open to coaches, officials and support staff.
Signing up with the ASF is free and it takes 5-10 minutes at: https://asf.org.au/sign-up
What can I raise funds for?
The Australian Sports Foundation’s charter, and what we have our tax-deductible status for, is to raise money for the development of sport in Australia.
For a community club, this could include:
Facilities (capital works, maintenance, and hire/lease)
Equipment (purchase and maintenance/repairs)
Coaching (payment of staff or contractors)
Travel (training camps, competitions etc)
Hardship funds (paying rego fees and other costs for players experiencing financial hardship)
Medical costs, player welfare programs
General operational costs (i.e. to “keep the lights on”)
‘Future Fund’ (i.e. to ensure the sustainability of the club into the future)
For an athlete this could include (but is not limited to):
Equipment and uniform (purchase and maintenance/repairs)
Travel (training camps, competitions etc)
Medical costs, physio & conditioning
Coaching
These lists are not intended to be exhaustive.
If you have a project in mind that you’re not sure is eligible, please contact our Support Team.
However, generally, if the intention and outcome of the project is to develop Australian sport in some way, you should be good to go!
How do I receive the donations I've raised?
The ASF distributes funds raised on a fortnightly basis. This is commonly referred to as a grant payment. The ASF considers donors' preferences before releasing grant monies.
The only action required as a fundraiser, is to ensure your bank account details are up to date and that you have no overdue acquittals. You can update/edit your bank account details in the platform under 'Account' on the top right-hand side of the homepage.
Donations processed 1-15th are remitted on the last day of that month, and
Donations processed 16-30th/31st are remitted on the 15th of the following month.
Note: donations processed on weekends may not be included in a grant round i.e. a donation made on the 13th of the month on a Saturday may miss the processing window.
What does it cost to use the ASF fundraising platform?
Our platform is free to use – there are no setup or account fees involved! As the ASF is a small non-profit, we do retain a small percentage of all donations to cover the operating costs of running a fundraising platform and providing support to every fundraiser. To cover these costs, we retain 5% of donations.
More information about our retention and processing fees can be found in our Terms & Conditions.
Can't find what you're looking for?
Head to our help desk for all the answers to our most common questions and comprehensive platform guides all in one convenient location.
Take advantage of the giving season
Launch a campaign today to make sure you’re on the receiving end of donor generosity this EOFY.