Youth Development Partnership Fund
Program closed for new applications
The Youth Development Partnership Fund (YDPF) supports community organisations to run sport and recreation programs for young people. It focuses on those who are at risk or who have had contact with the youth justice system.
The program is delivered in partnership with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and aims to:
- prevent future offending through early intervention
- build strong connections between young people and their communities
- improve physical and mental wellbeing
- reduce antisocial behaviour
- support long-term positive change.
Negotiation Guide
Key dates
Milestone | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
Recommended submission timing | At least 3 weeks before month start | To align with assessment timeframes and governance meetings |
Operational Advisory Group (OAG) | February 2025 | Reviews and recommends eligible projects |
Strategic Oversight Group (SOG) | March 2025 | Approves projects for funding |
Final application deadline | 30 June 2025 | Program may close earlier if the budget is fully allocated |
Project completion deadline | 30 June 2026 | All funded projects must be delivered and completed by this date |
Applicant notification | Within 2 weeks of SOG meeting | Applicants will be notified of outcomes via email |
More information
- To learn more, please email SportRecPartnership@sport.qld.gov.au or speak with your local Sport and Recreation office.
- View the list of organisations that have received funding through the Youth Development Partnership Fund.