On your marks, get set for the return of Get Active Kids Vouchers

The popular Get Active Kids Voucher Program is back, locked in for another 2 years.

Since the program launched in 2020, almost 190,000 vouchers have been provided to families. With 2 more years, the program is set to help more than 65,000 kids who need it.

Vouchers of up to $200 will be available for eligible kids to get into a wide range of activities from swim lessons to cricket.

There’s more than 70 sports and 2,100 activity providers to choose from across the state – making sure even more kids have the chance to take part.

The vouchers can cover the cost of:

• memberships
• registration fees
• equipment
• uniforms for sports and popular activities.

The positive impact of the vouchers is real with more than half of families saying their kids would not have been able to take part without these vouchers.

The scheme has opened doors to sport participation with 22% of children who received a voucher joining a local sporting club for the first time.

And it’s not just the kids that benefit, by being a provider, clubs get more memberships and can provide even more opportunities for kids to reach their potential.

The program is open to kids aged up to 18 who are named on a Commonwealth Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card, and named on a Medicare Card.

A special consideration stream is also available to support children in care, temporary or provisional visa holders, migrants and international students.

To find out more about the vouchers and when the next round opens, visit Get Active Victoria’s website.