Queens Arms Community Benefits Program

Event 180630: Ann Leahy’s MP Member for Warrego – June 2018 Funding Update

Ann Leahy’s June 2018 Funding Update

Gambling Community Benefit Fund – Silver Anniversary Grants Round – Expressions of Interest

Queensland community-based not-for-profit groups are invited to submit an Expression of Interest.  To be eligible your organisation must be: a legal entity, a sponsored entity applying through a legal entity or a local Ambulance Committee, Rural Fire Brigade or State Emergency Service group sponsored by their relevant government department.  There are 10 x $100,000 grants 1 x $250,000 grant available for major capital works, major equipment items, wider community events or festivals; and transportation – boats, cars, buses etcetera. Expressions of interest must be submitted via the downloadable form before 11.59pm on 31st August 2018.  Those successful in their expressions of interest will then be invited to submit a full application.  Further assistance is available, Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 5.00pm (excluding public holidays) via Ph 3247 4284 or 1800 633 619, email cbf@justice.qld.gov.au; Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit:  http://www.justice.qld.gov.au/corporate/sponsorships-and-grants/grants/community-benefit-funding-programs/commemorative-grants

Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF)

The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) Round 98 opens in mid-July 2018 and closes on 31^st August 2018.  Grants from $500 and up to the value of $35,000 are available to eligible not-for-profit community groups. New applicants are encouraged to watch the tutorials on the website. Further assistance with  registering or applying for a grant is available on Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 5.00pm (excluding public holidays) via Ph 3247 4284 or 1800 633 619, email cbf@justice.qld.gov.au; Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit:  http://www.justice.qld.gov.au/corporate/sponsorships-and-grants/grants/community-benefit-funding-programs.  Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications to each round as unsuccessful applications from previous rounds do not roll over.

Zanda McDonald Award – 2019

The Zanda McDonald Award aims to recognise and support the future career development of a young person who is aged 35 years or under, living and working in the agri-business sectors in either Australia or New Zealand and a resident of either Australia or New Zealand.  Applicants must display strong leadership and visionary characteristics and a desire to improve their industry.   All applicants are required to complete and submit an application form by on Friday, 24^th August 2018. For more information visit https://www.pppgroup.org/ or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

Easternwell Community Grants

Applications can be submitted by 29^th June 2018 for funding assistance of up to $2,000 per applicant, per round in support of activities or opportunities which provide lasting community benefit in the areas of Community, Education, Health, Indigenous, Safety and Youth, demonstrating long lasting benefits to the community, enhancing community operations through programs, infrastructure or equipment and located within key areas in close proximity of Easternwell operations.  The online application form is available at: https://www.easternwell.com.au/page/attachment/11/ewg-1612076-community-grants-application-form_final  and can be emailed to: communitygrants@easternwell.com.au or sent by post Community Grants, PO Box 6367, Toowoomba QLD 4350. For more information contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit:  www.easternwell.com.au/communitygrants

Get in the Game – Get Playing Places and Spaces – Round 7

Opens on 2^nd July 2018 and applications must be submitted by Friday, 31^st August 2018.  The program aims to assist incorporated, not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations with the development of places and spaces which will encourage involvement in sport and recreation activities.  Grants of up to $150,000 (GST exclusive) are available to create and develop amenities or improve existing places and spaces to sustain and increase participation. Organisations will need to contribute a minimum of 20 per cent to the total eligible project costs. For further information Ph 1300 656 191, email southwestsportrec@nprsr.qld.gov.au; Danny Nearhos Ph 4531 8526 (Maranoa, Balonne and Western Downs) or Penny Pike Ph 4596 1006 (Bulloo, Murweh, Paroo and Quilpie), Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit

http://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/getinthegame/getplaying/

Holden Home Ground Advantage Grants Program 2018

Providing grants to sporting clubs who embrace and promote the participation of girls. If your sporting club is looking for funding for projects like facility upgrades, new uniforms or equipment to enable more girls to get involved, submit an application by 5pm on Friday, 31^st August 2018.  For more information visit: https://www.holden.com.au/about/home-ground-advantage; Ph 03 9647 1111 email enquiries@holdenhga.com.au; or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

Get Started Vouchers – Round 12 

Voucher applications open on 25^th July 2018 and provide up to $150 to those who can least afford to join a sport or recreation club. The predominate eligibility criteria for the program is for the child/young person, or the parent, guardian or carer, to hold a valid Centrelink Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card with the child/young person’s name on it.  If there are significant issues that prevent the parent/carer/guardian from applying, a referral agent may apply on their behalf. Voucher applications will close on if not fully allocated as expected prior.  For more information visit:  https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/getinthegame/getstarted/apply or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or if acting as a referral agent, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/getinthegame/getstarted/refer/

Arrow Energy Brighter Futures Community Program – Round 2

Closing on Friday, 7^th September 2018, local organisations that are dedicated to developing stronger Queensland communities are encouraged to apply. The program supports three areas of community interest:  health and safety, education and the environment, placing significant importance on the inclusion of Indigenous projects and initiatives. From book clubs and childcare facilities to tertiary scholarships and conservation projects.  For more information Ph 1800 038 856 email brighterfutures@arrowenergy.com.au; Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit https://www.arrowenergy.com.au/community/brighter-futures

2019 Queensland Day Sponsorship Program

Applications are now being accepted and close on Monday, 10^th September 2018 for sponsorship of up to $15,000 (exclusive of GST) for events celebrating Queensland Day in 2019. It is preferred that events are held on Queensland Day, 6^th June, however events held between 1^st to 9^th June 2019 will be considered.  Community events should celebrate Queensland’s culture, heritage, people and industry.  For more information contact Program Coordinator Ph 3003 9200, email qlddaysponsorship@premiers.qld.gov.au; contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit: www.qld.gov.au/queenslandweek;

Ian Potter Cultural Trust – Round 3

Opening on 9^th July 2018 the Cultural Trust offers grants up to $10,000 to assist emerging and early career artists of exceptional talent to take up professional development opportunities, usually overseas.  Applications close Tuesday 11^th September 2018.  The Trust primarily provides support for structured professional development and networking opportunities usually overseas such as: Residencies or study tours which have a clear skills development focus, mentoring or private lessons, internships, workshops and conferences, postgraduate study with a focus on professional development and artistic practice.  The Trust may also consider supporting: the purchase of non-standard musical instruments or equipment, costs of film-making for final year or post-grad film students or the professional development opportunities within Australia where no equivalent opportunities exist overseas.  For more information Telephone 03 9650 3188, visit http://www.ianpotterculturaltrust.org.au/how-to-apply-for-a-grant  or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

Australian Government’s Entrepreneurs’ Programme – Incubator Support

This initiative provides grant funding of up to $500,000 to new and existing incubators to deliver support services to Australian start-ups with an international focus in order to develop the capabilities required to succeed in international markets. To find out more about the initiative, visit: https://www.business.gov.au/assistance/entrepreneurs-programme#incubator-support  or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

ANZ Seeds of Renewal

This program opens on 2^nd July 2018 when closing date will be confirmed.  Grants of up to $10,000 are made to not-for-profit community based organisations with an ABN or Incorporation Certificate. Consideration will be given to projects contributing to the development of education and employment opportunities that benefit communities with a population of 15,000 people or fewer in rural, regional and remote areas.  For further information contact Program Manager, Jacki Dimond Ph 1800 170 020, Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit: http://www.frrr.org.au/grants/ANZ-seeds-of-renewal

The QGC Communities Fund

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 31^st August 2018 for grants between $10,000 and $40,000 to not-for profit organisations based in the Western Downs Regional Council area to deliver community projects. Focusing on activities that contribute to one or more of the following areas of Sport and Recreation, Education, Environment, and Arts and Culture.   For more information Ph 1800 030 443, email: qgccommunity@shell.com  Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit http://www.shell.com.au/about-us/projects-and-locations/qgc/community/sponsorship-donations-and-qgc-communities-fund.html

Farm Management Grants – Succession Planning Rebates

Access to rebates of up to $2500 are now available to help tackle family business and succession planning costs.   Professional advice in relation to succession planning, or a family member wanting to acquire an interest in the family business, can apply for a rebate of up to 50% of fees paid for the advice, with a maximum of $2500 per applicant, per financial year.  Advice must come from a suitably qualified professional adviser such as an accountant, financial planner or solicitor. For further information on how eligible applicants in receipt of professional advice can apply for a rebate on fees paid for the service, visit: http://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/ free call 1800 623 946 or Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

If you do not have internet access please contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or warrego@parliament.qld.gov.au for further information regarding any of these grant programs.

Kind Regards

Ann Leahy MP — Member for Warrego

Shadow Minister for Local Government

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