What is the Get Active Kids Voucher Program?
On 1 November 2020, the Victorian Government announced the Get Active Kids Voucher Program. This Victorian-first initiative delivers vouchers to eligible Victorian children and young people, assisting families with the costs of participation in sport and active recreation activities.
The Program encourages children to re-engage or participate for the first time in new activities by reducing the cost of participation, which can be a significant barrier.
The Program is delivered in a targeted way to support families facing the greatest cost pressures to participation in sport and active recreation.
Setting up your Get Active Kids Vouchers
If you wish to allow your registrants to redeem their vouchers through GameDay, you will need to first register as an activity provider. More information for providers can be found here.
Once you have been set up as a provider with Get Active Victoria, you will need to send a support request to the GameDay support team so we can set your organisation up within the system.
Please send through a support ticket to support@mygameday.app with the following information:
- Organisation Name
- Provide Code/Provider ID
For general FAQ's related to the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, please click here.
Redeeming Get Active Kids Vouchers
Membership registrations can then redeem their Get Active Kids vouchers through GameDay registration forms, provided they are:
- Under the age of 18
- Purchasing a Membership product type
Voucher codes can be entered into the Have a voucher code? field on the Summary page of GameDay registration forms.
If the voucher is valid, the redeemed price will be deducted from the total amount payable
Note: As of 9 October 2024, the Get Active voucher program commenced Round 8 voucher applications. Valid voucher codes therefore must include a G8 prefix
FAQs
What is the format of valid Get Active Kids vouchers?
Valid voucher codes are made up of three key components, outlined in the example below:
G8-1625347-A34K
G8 = Get Active Kids Round 8 - this prefix denotes the current active round of voucher validations
1625347 = Provider Code - this 7-digit numeric code must match the provider code stored against the organisation that the member is registering to (ie Club)
A34K = Unique 4 character code (sequence = alpha-numeric-numeric-alpha)
I didn't use my voucher in the previous round. Can I still use it after the next round has commenced?
No, vouchers are generated with a new prefix for each round. For example, round 8 vouchers will begin with a G8 prefix, and the voucher validation system is designed to only accept vouchers that are valid for the current round.
What expenses can a voucher be used for?
Vouchers can only be used to cover the cost of membership and registration and must be used in one transaction.
Uniform and equipment items that are incorporated within the membership and registration fees can be claimed (for example, safety equipment, mouthguards).
Who can apply to become a Registered Activity Provider?
To be eligible under the program, a Registered Activity Provider (club, association or organisation) must meet all criteria below:
• Be an incorporated entity registered with the appropriate regulator
• Possess an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
• Be affiliated to a Sport and Recreation Victoria recognised Victorian State Sporting Association (SSA) or Victorian State Sport and Active Recreation Body (SSARB), or one of the following organisations:
• Ausdance
• Australian National Drag Racing Association
• Calisthenics Victoria
• Girl Guides Victoria
• Karting Victoria
• Scouts Victoria.
Local Government Authorities, facilities managed by the State Sport Centres Trust and facilities managed by Alpine Resorts Victoria are also eligible to register to participate in the program.
Get Active Kids Voucher Program 4 of 13 The list of recognised Victorian sport and active recreation organisations can be found on the Sport and Recreation Victoria website, https://sport.vic.gov.au/our-sector Registered Activity Providers in border communities that are based in other states and are affiliated with the appropriate peak body in that state are eligible to register to the Program, subject to an assessment by Sport and Recreation Victoria.
For more information on how to apply, contact getactivekids@sport.vic.gov.au.
To participate in the Program, the Registered Activity Provider will need to:
• Meet all eligibility conditions of registration for providing the approved services.
• Submit the application and agree to the terms and conditions.
• Redeem the vouchers and ensure the funds are used as specified in the application and in accordance with the terms and conditions