Eight community organisations are set for a mid-year funding treat after successfully applying for funding through the latest round of the State Government’s Gambling Community Benefit Grants.
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington said she was thrilled that eight groups in the Nanango electorate would share in more than $147,000 to help them achieve important projects for the community.
“These quarterly grants ensure that profits from gambling are re-invested into grassroots services and facilities that support the whole community,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“You can’t put a price on what these grants mean for the people involved, the communities they serve and the difference it will make to the lives of everyday people.”
Successful organisations within the South Burnett were:
- Bloomin’ Beautiful Blackbutt Festival
- Taromeo Rural Fire Brigade
- Endeavour Foundation (In-Home Support and Post School Services)
- Nanango Project for the Aged
- Nanango Golf Club
- South Burnett Saints Australian Football Club
- Job Match Employment
- Kumbia QCWA
“I encourage all local groups, however big or small, to apply for the next round of funding before the end of August 2014 and make the most of this wonderful opportunity.”
- More information on the gambling grants are available online
