At Australian Disc Golf, we want to ensure every new club has the tools they need to succeed. That is why we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on the ADG Grant Program as we head into 2026.
We have streamlined our categories, and refined our selection process to be more transparent and objective to ensure that funding gets exactly where it’s needed most. To see what this looks like in practice, one need only look at the thriving new disc golf course in Wagga Wagga, where a recent grant helped turn a local vision into a concrete reality.
The Wagga Wagga Course
Last year, Wagga Disc Golf Club turned their vision of installing a disc golf course at Rawlings Reserve into a reality with the assistance of local council grants, community support and a successful ADG grant application for course signage. Janet and Dean Cartwright of Wagga Disc Golf Club share some words about the ADG grant process.
As a 2025 recipient of an ADG grant, we are pleased to share how valuable this support was for our new club and would strongly encourage other clubs to take advantage of the opportunity. The application process was remarkably straightforward, handled entirely via email, and coordinated smoothly with NSW Disc Golf backing. The grant funding was instrumental in helping us install course signage, increase community awareness, and demonstrate national backing for our parallel council grant application to purchase 9 baskets and install a course. We feel very fortunate to have a proactive national body that promotes disc golf and supports new clubs, and we encourage others to make use of this program to help grow the sport in their communities.
The course signage was huge for getting the word out and making their new club feel “real” to the community during those first few months. When they applied for the Wagga Wagga City Council Annual Grants Program, having ADG’s national support gave their application credibility and they were successful in securing $6,320 from the council to install a 12-basket course.
Where Will ADG’s Grant Program Take You?
The story of Wagga Wagga is a testament to what can happen when local passion meets national support. Dean and Janet “feel very fortunate to have a proactive national body that promotes disc golf and supports new clubs,” noting that for them, “this support was essential to our development and long-term success”.
We want to see your club tell a similar story. Whether you are running an event, expanding an existing course, or developing new coaching materials, the refreshed ADG Grant Program offers up to $1,000 to help move your project forward.
We strongly encourage clubs, tournament directors or other volunteers to take advantage of this opportunity to help grow the sport in their communities. The path is clear, the process is simple, and as Wagga Wagga has shown, the impact is lasting.
Visit the ADG Grant Program page today to find out more and submit your application.