APPLICATIONS OPEN
NSW Local Sport Defibrillator Grants
Up to $3,000 funding to equip your club with a lifesaving AED
Are you a NSW sports club or recreation facility?
You could qualify for up to $3,000 in funding through the NSW Office of Sport’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program. The 2025/26 grant round is NOW OPEN for applications.
St John is here to help you.
As an approved provider for the grants, St John NSW will support you from start to finish. We can help you select the best package for your club, advise on your application, and get you familiar and confident with using an AED.
What's the NSW Local Sports Defib Grant?
The NSW Office of Sport’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program helps eligible sporting clubs and facility owners access funding to improve safety in their communities.
This program makes it easier for local clubs and facilities to equip themselves with AEDs and be ready to respond in an emergency.
Applications are open until 1 December 2025, or until funds are fully allocated.
Not sure if your club or facility qualifies? Find out if you're eligible.
What does the grant cover?
Funding supports the purchase and installation of lifesaving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and cabinets if relevant.
Grants of up to $3,000 per AED package are available.
Each organisation can apply for one AED package per year, making it simple to secure lifesaving equipment for your club.
How to apply and get your AED package
Step 1
Choose the right package for you. Get started with a defibrillator, or make it easy with a bundle, complete with cabinet and signage.
Browse St John's approved grant packages below.
Still not sure? Our team can provide expert recommendations and advice on the package that best suit your needs.
Call Customer Service on 1300 785 646, or click below to email and we'll get back to you the next business day.
Monday - Friday
(excluding public holidays)
8:00am - 5:00pm
- Defib + Cabinet Bundles
- Defibrillators
Step 2
Complete your grant application and select St John as your trusted provider.
You will be asked to pick your preferred AED package.
Feel good that you are improving safety for our club and local community with an AED, while supporting a charity that saves lives.
All St John profits go to fund first responder volunteers, and first aid community programs. Every $1 invested delivers over $3 in community impact.
Trade in any working AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) brand and receive up to $500 towards a new AED equipped with the latest lifesaving technology.
Our wide selection of user friendly models ensures you're always prepared when it matters most.
Trade in any working AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) brand and receive up to $500 towards a new AED equipped with the latest lifesaving technology.
Our wide selection of user friendly models ensures you're always prepared when it matters most.
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