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Every champion deserves a fighting chance.
The Aussie Athlete Fund was founded to create a sustainable athlete economy so our next generation and those who follow, can wear the green and gold and can retire not in debt, but with the education, connections and skills required to flourish outside of sport.
Learn moreHow to Get Involved
Whether you're an athlete chasing your Green & Gold dream or someone who wants to help make it possible — there's a place for you in this movement.
I'm an Athlete
Join the $1 Million Challenge — receive fundraising education, mentoring from Nat Cook OAM OLY and industry experts, networking opportunities and the chance to raise funds and receive financial support to fuel your sporting dreams.
Apply as an AthleteI'm a Business or Individual
Partner with Australian athletes through the $1 Million Challenge. Provide direct financial support, engage your team and community, and become a genuine part of their Green & Gold dream.
Sponsor an AthleteHost a BBQ
Join the Great Aussie Athlete BBQ — a nationwide summer movement bringing Australians together to raise vital funds for our athletes. Simple to host. Proudly Australian. Big impact.
Host a BBQBuy a Jersey
One jersey. Every sport. Every code. Wear the Green & Gold and make a direct financial difference to Australian athletes — every Aussie Athlete Supporters Jersey sold contributes toward the cost of official Australian uniforms.
Shop NowAlmost half of Australia's best athletes earn below the poverty line threshold, with an annual income of less than $23,000.
Make a Donation
One-off or Monthly
Australia's athletes dedicate their lives to representing us on the world stage — but for many, the financial reality of elite sport makes that dream nearly impossible to sustain. Your donation directly funds the essentials that keep athletes in the game: equipment, coaching, physiotherapy, nutrition, travel to training camps and international competitions — especially in the lead-up to our home Games. Donations of $2 or more are 100% tax-deductible and go directly to an athlete's Australian Sports Foundation fundraising page.
Make a DonationWhat the $1 Million Challenge Provides
Our flagship program, the $1 Million Challenge, pairs Australian athletes with purpose-driven businesses each year to raise funds, build skills and create lasting partnerships — bringing our four pillars of education, funding, connection and pathways beyond sport to life.
Direct Funding
Through partnerships, fundraising and opportunities within our network, athletes can access direct financial support to fuel their sporting career.
Fundraising Education
To build long-term financial capability and independence.
Mentoring and connection
To build supportive communities, business relationships and leaders.
Pathways beyond sport
Ensuring athletes don't retire in debt — with clear education and career pathways ahead of them.
Green & Gold Malaria
Poet and proud Australian Rupert McCall reimagined his iconic Green and Gold poem — and made it about the Aussie Athlete Supporters Jersey movement. We think he said it better than we ever could.
News and Podcasts
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NEWSBacking Brisbane’s next generation of athletes
Twelve locally based athletes competing on the national and international stage have been selected as the inaugural Team Brisbane squad.
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PODCASTPrice You Pay Podcast | Season 4 Episode 2
Jackson Macdonald explains what separates a rider from a racer
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PODCASTPrice You Pay Podcast | Season 4 Episode 1
How two women built Athlete Funding that works: AAF Founder Natalie Cook & CAN Fund creator Jane Roos launch into it!
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