A boost to grassroots sports development or upgrades to local sporting facilities in the South Coast electorate are just some of the projects eligible for funding.

Member for South Coast Shelley Hancock said this is a great chance to share in $4.65 million in grants which will bring a huge benefit to the local community.

The NSW Government's Local Sport Grant Program also supports sports clubs. Funding is now available throughout NSW with $85,000 being allocated to electorates which are considered regional drought affected areas and $35,000 has been allocated to all other electorates.

"There are so many clubs in the South Coast electorate that can take advantage of this opportunity to increase participation in sport and active recreation," Mrs Hancock said.

"If you have a project that will boost training for coaches, promote grassroots sport or enhance existing facilities you should apply now."

Acting Minister for Sport Geoff Lee said sport and active recreation can help tackle childhood obesity and build safer communities.

Sport's important role in helping rural communities struggling through the drought is driving the NSW Government's latest round of Local Sport Grants.

"With the worst drought on record, increasing pressure on NSW families, sport's ability to bring communities together has never been more important," Mr Lee said.

The Local Sports Grant Program closes on November 25.