Event 170731: Ann Leahy’s July Funding Update

Event 170731: Ann Leahy’s July Funding Update

Ann Leahy’s July 2017 Funding Update

Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF)

Gambling Community Benefit Fund Round 94 opens in mid-July and will close at midnight on Thursday 31^st August 2017. Grants up to the value of $35,000 are available to eligible not-for-profit community groups. Please review the guidelines for the complete list of eligible applicants. For more information contact 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

Regional Arts Fund – Community Project Grants

Grants of up to $30,000 for individuals and organisations are available for projects commencing from 1^st January 2018.  Round 2 funding applications will be accepted from 17^th July 2017 and close on Thursday 24^th August 2017.  For more information Ph 3034 4016 or 1800 175 531, email raf@arts.qld.gov.au  contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or to register and/or login to submit an application visit:   http://www.arts.qld.gov.au/aq-funding/6170-regional-arts-fund

Regional Arts Fund – Quick Response Grants

Grants of up to $3,000 for individuals and organisations are available and applications must be received at least 4 weeks before activity start date.  Round 2 funding applications will be accepted from 1^st July 2017 and close on Thursday 30^th November 2017 or sooner if funds are expended.  For more information Ph 3034 4016 or 1800 175 531, email raf@arts.qld.gov.au  contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or to register and/or login to submit an application visit:   http://www.arts.qld.gov.au/aq-funding/6170-regional-arts-fund

Queensland Anzac Centenary Grant – Spirit of Service – Round 4

Online applications are open for projects under $20,000 commemorating the Australian centenary of the First World War, and the outstanding service and sacrifice of Queensland’s men and women. The program prioritises projects that are focused on the First World War, however funding may be available for projects or activities that commemorate other wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.  Eligible local councils, universities, parents and citizens or parents and friends associations, incorporated associations or bodies (e.g. RSL, church or club) corporations operating on a not-for-profit basis are encouraged to submit applications by the closing date of Sunday 15^th October 2017 at 9pm.  For more information Ph 3003 9173 email: anzac100grants@premiers.qld.gov.au; contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit http://anzac100.initiatives.qld.gov.au/grants/

Aussie Cotton Farmers Grow Communities

Opening on 30^th June 2017.  This program aims to help support local communities in cotton growing regions.  Cotton Farmers can nominate a community group or not-for-profit organisation to receive one of thirty $5,000 grants. This is a great opportunity for groups or initiatives that are important to the community to get a funding boost.  Applications will be accepted online or by mail up until 5pm on 31^st August, 2017.  For further information contact Program Manager, Jacki Dimond Ph 1800 170 020 email: cotton@frrr.org.au; contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit:  http://aussiecottonfarmers.com.au/

Leading Sheep – Sheep and Wool Challenge

The Sheep and Wool Challenge is designed to showcase innovative solutions to industry issues while promoting the Queensland sheep and wool industry and Leading Sheep.  Entrants are asked to create a short entertaining video documenting their solution to an industry issue. The issue can be big or small but must be applicable to the whole industry not just a particular breed or region.  Entries must be a positive piece featuring sheep and wool industry relevant content, and can be a music video, a comedy skit, a cartoon or a documentary, rated G and under 2 minutes duration. There are 3 categories:-

Secondary School Category (under 18 years of age):

1st prize – $1,000 ($500 for the school and $500 for the entrant)

2nd prize – $500 ($250 for the school and $250 for the entrant)

Open Category (over 18 years of age):

1st prize = $5000

2nd prize = $3000

People’s Choice award = $500

Entries will be accepted until Monday 31st July 2017 via Dropbox:  Upload your video to Dropbox, then share the link with us at info@leadingsheep.com.au; DVD/USB:  Save your video onto a DVD or USB drive and post it to us at: Sheep Challenge, C/- Nicole Sallur, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, PO Box 282, Charleville QLD 4470  For further information, please email info@leadingsheep.com.au; Ph 4654 4200,  contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit: http://www.leadingsheep.com.au/2016/12/sheep-and-wool-challenge-competition-2017/

Caring for Ageing Rural Australians (CARA)

Opening on 3^rd July 2017 this program provides grants of up to $10,000 to support projects and activities that benefit and support older people living in small rural and remote communities.  Grants are available for eligible projects and activities that: Help redress disadvantage caused by remoteness; Enhance aged care services and facilities; Build community capacity for aged-friendly communities;  Foster community development through opportunities and participation for older people; and / or  Encourage positive and active ageing, community health and wellbeing, and education programs.  For more information visit http://www.frrr.org.au/grants/cara email: info@frrr.org.au; or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

ANZ Seeds of Renewal

This program opens on 3^rd July 2017 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

Domino’s Give for Good Program

Opening on 17^th July 2017 with an application period of approximately 6 weeks, the Domino’s Give for Good program provides grants of up to $5,000 to communities of up to 15,000 people across rural, regional and remote Australia. Projects should support Education & Youth Initiatives; Disaster Preparedness and Recovery; or Leadership and Entrepreneurship. For more information and to review the 2016 program guidelines visit:  http://www.frrr.org.au/grants/GiveforGood  email: info@frrr.org.au; or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

2018 Queensland Day Sponsorship Program

Applications are now being accepted and close at 5pm on Friday 8^th September 2017 for sponsorship of up to $10,000 (exclusive of GST) for events celebrating Queensland Day in 2018. It is preferred that events are held on Queensland Day, 6^th June, however events held between 2^nd to 10^th June 2018 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;

EPIC – Community Grants Program

Grants from $500 and up to $10,000 are available to assist eligible community groups and services, not-for-profit organisations, registered charities, schools and councils working in conjunction with not-for-profit community organisations to fund minor infrastructure, recreational and cultural activities and projects and community support programs that will help build more accessible, inclusive and healthier Australian communities.  Applications close on Thursday, 31^st August 2017.  For more information visit:  http://epicassist.org/au/community-assist/community-grants-program/  contact EPIC Assist’s Marketing Team on 13 EPIC (13 3742), email marketing@epicassist.org; or Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

Queensland Community Achievement Awards

Nominations are now being accepted, with a closing date of Wednesday, 2^nd August 2017.  The Queensland Community Achievement Awards are designed to encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions individuals, communities and businesses are making throughout Queensland.  Categories include, Cultural Diversity, Community Hero, Customer Service, Excellence in Aged Care, Agricultural Innovation, Teaching Excellence and Community Group of the Year.  Each category winner will receive $2,500 prizemoney.  For more information on award categories and entry criteria please visit http://www.awardsaustralia.com/community-achievement-awards/qld    Telephone the Awards office Ph 1300 055 096 or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

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 www.qraa.qld.gov.au  freecall 1800 623 946 or Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

Rotary Australia Compassionate Grants (RACG) 

RAWCS are delighted to announce that Australian entrepreneur and philanthropist Dick Smith has generously donated $1 million dollars for Rotary Australia Benevolent Society (RABS) projects throughout Australia. Administered by the RABS committee through the Rotary Australia Compassionate Grants (RACG) program, this matched funding is designed to benefit a huge range of projects throughout the country and provide an important cash injection into helping our fellow Australians.  For more information on eligibility criteria and how to register a project visit:  http://rawcs.org.au/projects-2/rotary-australia-benevolent-society/ email: info@rawcs.org.au; or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

Get Started Vouchers – Round 10 

Voucher applications open on 12^th July 2017 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/clubs-terms/#application 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/

Get in the Game – Get Playing Places and Spaces – Round 6

Opens on 19^th June 2017 and applications must be submitted by 11^th August 2017.  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, unless in a disaster declared Local Government Area for Severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie and associated rainfall and flooding events such as Maranoa and Western Downs Regional Councils that WILL NOT be required to contribute to the project unless the total project cost is above the maximum department contribution. For further information Ph 1300 656 191, email southwestsportrec@nprsr.qld.gov.au; Danny Nearhos Ph 4531 8526 (Maranoa, Balonne and Western Downs) or Dana Bradow Ph 4596 1006 (Bulloo, Murweh and Paroo), Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit

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

Get in the Game – Get Going Clubs – Round 6

Opens on 19^th June 2017and applications must be submitted by 11^th August 2017.  The program aims to support regional, incorporated, not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations to develop and deliver projects that improve opportunities for participation.  The three funding categories are: – education and training, equipment and participation projects. Grants of up to $7,500 are available and while total project costs can exceed $7,500 organisations are responsible for financing amounts over $7,500.  For further information Ph 1300 656 191, email southwestsportrec@nprsr.qld.gov.au; Danny Nearhos Ph 4531 8526 (Maranoa, Balonne and Western Downs) or Dana Bradow Ph 4596 1006 (Bulloo, Murweh and Paroo), Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit http://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/getinthegame/getgoing/

Sunsuper Dreams for a Better World –Round 3

Applications open on 14^th July 2017 for grants of $5,000 to benefit an Australian based registered community cause, charity group or not-for-profit organisation.  Entries close on 4^th August 2017 with a theme of Sport and Education.  This round is for energetic thinkers and dreamers who want to make the world a better place for sporting clubs, recreational causes and anyone wanting to learn new skills or teach others. Three quarterly finalists are selected by the judging panel and the quarterly finalist with the most valid votes from the public wins another $5,000 and progresses to the grand final with a chance to win up to $30,000 additional funds at the annual awards night.  For more information regarding eligibility criteria visit: https://www.sunsuper.com.au/community/dreams-for-a-better-world email enquiries@dreamsforabetterworld.com.au; or contact Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430.

The Young Athletes Travel Subsidy

The travel subsidy aims to foster the development of young athletes and support elite athlete pathways by providing financial assistance to help alleviate the costs associated with attending championship events.  Subsidies are provided retrospectively under a tiered funding model, with applicants eligible once every 2 calendar years at each tier allowing up to a maximum of $1200 in financial assistance over the 3 event tiers. Athletes and officials can only apply after they have competed or officiated at an event and within 6 months of participating.  Officials (such as coaches, referees and scorers) attending eligible events can also apply for assistance if they meet the eligibility criteria.  The funding tier/events are: – State or state school event – $200; National or national school event – $400 and International event – $600. For more information on eligibility requirements and the application process Ph 1300 656 191, email southwestsportrec@nprsr.qld.gov.au; Danny Nearhos Ph 4531 8526 (Maranoa, Balonne and Western Downs) or Dana Bradow Ph 4596 1006 (Bulloo, Murweh and Paroo), Ann Leahy’s Electorate Office Ph 1800 625 430 or visit http://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/athletes/yats/

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