Elite Sports Promotion

Elite Sports Funding in Salzburg provides ongoing financial support to strengthen state-level sports at the highest level. The focus is on full-time state coaches as well as the state performance centers, which can further enhance their care and training quality through targeted grants. In addition, Salzburg Olympic participants benefit from funding that optimizes their preparations for international competitions. A grant is also allocated to the Olympic Center ULSZ Salzburg in Rif to permanently secure the infrastructure for elite athletes. The funds are disbursed annually in the amount of approximately 900,000 euros, enabling continuous planning without fixed submission deadlines.

The measure is aimed at public institutions and private individuals involved in the state's sports funding and seeks to sustainably increase the performance capacity and competitive strength of Salzburg athletes. Applications can be submitted continuously to the State Sports Office; prompt processing ensures timely payment of the funding contributions. Close coordination with the SPORT funding guidelines ensures that the type and scope of performance monitoring are optimally aligned with the funding objectives. Interested parties can find comprehensive information on submission procedures and funding criteria at the State of Salzburg, Department of Culture, Education, Society and Sports – Division State Sports Office.