Clubs that earn over $1 million annually in gaming machine revenue provide funding for community projects and services, and in turn receive dollar-for-dollar gaming tax deductions.  In 2010, clubs reported ClubGRANTS (formerly Community Development Support Expenditure) expenditure of over $63 million across New South Wales.

The ClubGRANTS scheme is designed to ensure registered clubs in NSW contribute to the provision of front-line services to their local communities.  It also ensures that the disadvantaged in the community are better positioned to benefit from the substantial contributions made by those clubs and to improve the wellbeing of their communities.

Changes to ClubGRANTS Scheme

The following changes to the CDSE Scheme apply from 1 September 2011:

• CDSE will be referred to as ClubGRANTS.
• The claimable rate for ClubGRANTS will be increased from 1.5% to 2.25% of taxable gaming machine revenue over $1 million.
• the claimable rate for Category 2 expenditure will increase from 0.75% to a maximum of 1.1%.
• Category 1 remains unchanged at 0.75% and the combined claimable rate for Categories 1 and 2 is 1.85%.
• Clubs will now be able to claim contributions to professional sport including NRL (not player or coach payments) under Category 2.
• A new Category 3 will be introduced with a contribution of 0.4%, paid quarterly into a state-wide funding pool known as the ClubGRANTS Fund for large scale projects associated with sport, health and community infrastructure.

2012 ClubGRANT Information

• Online Applications Only
  Applications for Category 1 will only be accepted online.  Online application can only be accessed once the round is open on 19 March 2012 and closes 18 May 2012 .  Apply here  
  
• Online Training for Applicants - SmartyGrants
  The SmartyGrants data-entry session is specifically for ClubGRANTS application who do now have access to the internet OR are not confident computer/internet users.
• The date and venue for this session has changed. The SmartyGrants session will be held on Wednesday 9 May at City Library, Laman Street, Newcastle.
• RSVP to communityadmin@ncc.nsw.go.au or phone 4974 2864. Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.  
  
  What to bring to training
  
• A completed hard copy of your application.  2012 ClubGRANTS Application Form  (200Kb)
• Electronic version of your last Annual Report including Financial Statements (to be uploaded with your application).  A scanner will be available at the Training Centre if required. 
• Have an email address that can be accessed from a public computer (such as gmail or yahoo).

2012 ClubGRANT Dates

• Open Date - Monday 19 March 2012
• SmartyGrants data-entry session - Wednesday 9 May 2012
• Closing Date - Friday 18 May 2012 (to be received by 5pm)

Quick Guide to Newcastle ClubGRANTS (280Kb)

Documentation

Local Priorities 2012 (15.9Kb)
ClubGRANT Guidelines 2012 (82.8Kb)

How to Apply

1. Follow this link to start your application: Online application
2. You can take your time completing the application, making sure that you save each page as you go.  This will allow you to return at any time to complete prior to submitting.    
3. Once you have completed your application including your financial report and any other relevant information you can now submit your application.
4. Once you have submitted your application you will receive a copy via email. 
   
   If you have any technical problems completing the online application form please contact SmartyGRANTS on (03) 9320 6888.  Other enquiries can be directed to Life Services on (02) 4974 2864.
   
   Information on the ClubGRANTS scheme can be obtained by visiting the Clubs NSW website at www.clubsnsw.com.au  This website also provides information on the funding criteria and local ClubGRANTS Committee.