Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington, is encouraging local community organisations to apply for a ‘Caring for our Community’ grant, with Round three of this popular funding program now open again.
Mrs Frecklington said not-for-profit groups have the opportunity to share in a total of $1.3 million in small grants to help fund essential items and equipment for their group.
“I would really like to encourage our community groups to consider applying for these great small grants. Funding is available to cover a wide range of smaller items from printers, computers, fridges or microwaves to shade sails, lawn mowers, UHF radios and sporting equipment,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“Small grants of up to $5,000 are available for the purchase of essential items and equipment. A small number of grants up to $15,000 are also available depending on the needs of particular communities,” she said.
“Our government has a strong plan for a brighter future and these grants provide a fantastic opportunity for community organisations to improve their facilities and upgrade their resources.
“Over the first two rounds, ten of our local community groups have been successful with their applications, and I would like to see many more make an application to help them secure funding for their group’s needs,”
Applications for grants close on Friday 26 September 2014. For more information about Caring for our Community program or to apply for a grant visit www.communities.qld.gov.au
Photo: One of the Electorate’s successful groups in the previous Caring for our Community round was Crawford State School P&C who were able to purchase a mower. Deb is keen to let local groups that Round Three is now open for applications.
