June 4, 2018
The State Government has announced a special $1.25 million round of Gambling Community Benefit Fund grants to mark the 25th anniversary of the funding program.
Attorney-General Yvette D’Ath, who announced the extra round in Toowoomba on Saturday, said applications were now open.
Mrs D’Ath said that said that since the first round in 1994, more than 54,000 grants totalling more than $816 million had been awarded to community organisations across Queensland.
“To celebrate the significant milestone, I’m delighted to announce an additional 10 grants up to $100,000, and one grant up to $250,000, for eligible not-for-profits,” she said.
“These grants both celebrate the history and look to the future of the fund, helping our grass-roots organisations continue to deliver vital services and long-lasting impacts to benefit the future of our communities.”
“Expressions of interest for the grants from a minimum of $35,000 are sought from now until August 31,” she said.
“The process is quick and easy – applicants can view the full guidelines online and complete a pdf form which can be submitted via email.
“Those successful in their expressions of interest will then be invited to submit a full application.”
Commemorative grants are available for:
- Major capital works
- Major equipment items
- Wider community events or festivals; and
- Transportation – boats, cars, buses etc
Community groups have until midnight August 31, 2018, to submit their expressions of interest.
- More information is available on the Justice Department’s website
