2026 Club Enhancement Program (CEP)

This is a preview of the 2026 Club Enhancement Program (CEP) Application Form form. When you’re ready to apply, click Fill Out Now to begin.
 

Club Enhancement Program

Application Introduction

Introduction

This site will allow you to apply for Club Enhancement projects for the 2026 calendar year.

Objectives

This program provides assistance to ACT sport and active recreation clubs, district associations and State Sporting Organisations to further develop the services and programs they provide within the Canberra community.

Completing an application

Before applying, eligible organisations should ensure they have read and understood the Club Enhancement Program - Funding Guidelines

Time required to submit the application 

This application requires multiple attachments and supporting information to fully complete and submit.

It is expected that the time required to coordinate the quotes, support letters, plans, financial documents and other relevant attachments required can take in excess of 3+ hours. Sport and Recreation suggest that applicants take this into consideration when planning to submit an application. 

Helpful hints and tips:

  • Ensure you follow the HINTS on each question within the application form.
  • Ensure you attach project specific Mandatory Evidence where it is stated in the application form.
  • Keep your responses to the questions clear and concise.
  • Assume the reader is not familiar with your project.

Submitting your application

  • Check that all questions have been answered and all mandatory items are attached. 
  • Press "submit" once you have completed the application. You will not be able to submit your application until all compulsory questions are completed - please ensure you leave enough time to review your responses prior to the application closing time!

Attachments and support documents

The following documents are commonly required for an application to be considered eligible:

  • Public Liability Insurance certificate.
  • The applicant’s most recently certified (signed by the club Treasurer) or audited Statement of Financial Performance (Income and Expenditure Statement) and/or Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet) covering a period of 12 months.
  • Current organisational strategic plan or operational plan.
  • Board Member overview.
  • Breakdown of participation numbers.
  • State Sporting Organisation support (where applicable).
  • Quotes.
  • Relevant reports/plans/strategic documents/community consultation that support the project.