Since its inception in 2005, the Sydney Swans Foundation has been committed to building a stronger future for football in New South Wales. That commitment proudly extends to the AFLW space, where the Foundation plays a vital role in nurturing talent, driving innovation, and creating opportunities for women and girls to thrive in the game.
what we do
pathways
Through ongoing support of the QBE Sydney Swans Academy, the Foundation helps develop elite pathways for young female athletes.
facilities
The Sellers Colless Centre, Sydney Swans HQ, is a proud achievement of the Foundation where all teams can train under one roof.
INNOVATION
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Foundation has co-funded an embedded PhD researcher within the AFLW program.

poWERED BY GENEROSITY
None of this would be possible without the generosity of our donors and supporters. Every contribution helps us build a future where women’s football is not just supported—but celebrated.
Join us in backing the next generation of AFLW stars.
together we can create opportunity
JOIN THE AFLW LOCKER ROOM
Enquire today to be recognised on an AFLW locker at the Sellers Colless Centre, Sydney Swans HQ.
HELP US FUND THE PHD
In a landmark collaboration between the Sydney Swans AFLW program and UNSW, the Foundation is proudly co-funding a four-year PhD project aimed at transforming high-performance sport for female athletes.
Support is still needed for year two of the program.