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Grants and Funding
RDA Grant Finder
Regional Development Australia’s Grant Finder is a free, customised grant funding tool linking the right people with the right grant opportunities, at the right time.
RDA’s vision is for a prosperous, sustainable, cohesive, and liveable region. They cover 15 Local Government Areas, east from Palm Island and across the North-west Queensland Corridor to Mt Isa, Boulia and Burketown.
The Grant Finder is a direct portal to billions of dollars in grants and is FREE for all local businesses, community groups, not-for-profits and individuals.
Grants are an excellent source of funding to enable ideas to become reality and support our communities to grow, evolve and prosper.
Search for grants available to you or register and never miss another opportunity!
Non-Council Grant Opportunities
ABC Heywire Youth Innovations Grants 2023
Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) and our donor partners collaborate with ABC Heywire to help communities take action on the ideas generated by young Australians who attend the annual Heywire Regional Youth Summit.
Grants of up to $10,000 are available for communities across Australia to adopt, adapt and act on the ideas generated at the Heywire Summit.
Applications are now open and will close at 5.00pm 7 June 2023.
Click here for the 2023 ABC Heywire Youth Innovation Grant.
Queensland Rural Fire Brigades
200 x $5,000 grants - 100% funded by donations.
- Open to all Queensland brigades;
- Equipment will be purchased by Rural Fire Brigade Association Queensland from local suppliers;
- For items not already supplied by the Rural Fire Service; and
- One application per brigade.
Round 3 is now open and will close on 12 June 2023.
Click here for the Queensland Rural Fire Brigade Grants.
Queensland Mental Health Week Grants
More than $100,000 worth of grants are being made available to help organisations across the state host Queensland Mental Health Week events that raise awareness of mental health, bolster belonging, and create connections.
Funded by the Queensland Government through the Queensland Mental Health Commission and administered by CheckUP, the Queensland Mental Health Week Community Events Grant Program provides the opportunity for eligible organisations to apply for up to $3000 to assist with event costs.
Priority will be given to innovative events that provide a focal point for awareness, education, and understanding of mental health and wellbeing, help foster community connection, and enhance inclusivity and a sense of belonging for those living with mental health challenges, their families, carers and support people.
Before applying for a grant, please read the 2023 grant guidelines carefully to ensure your organisation is eligible and understands what the funding can and cannot be spent on. You can find the guidelines and answers to other frequently asked questions on the Queensland Mental Health Week website.
Applications are now open and will close at 5.00pm Friday 26 May 2023.
Click here for the Queensland Mental Health Week Grants.
Gambling Community Benefit Fund
The Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR) Community Benefit Funds Unit (CBFU) distributes revenue from gaming taxes to various not-for-profit community groups throughout Queensland and invites all eligible organisations to submit grant applications to the Gambling Community Benefit Fund during the application periods noted below.
Round 117 ($35k standard round) is now open and will close at midnight on 31 May 2023.
Click here for the Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
Australian Communities Foundation Grant
The Australian Communities Foundation Grant supports projects targeting environment, conservation, climate change, and community and economic development. The Australian Communities Foundation as a broker of change, showcase granting opportunities so their community of givers can be inspired to support initiatives that are aligned with their interests.
Note: The applying organisation must be a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission.
Click here for the Australian Communities Foundation Grant which provides ongoing funding.
Department of State Development
For a list of available grants for the region, please click on the links provided below which will take you to the Regional Development Australia (RDA) website.
Department of Social Services
For a list of available grants, please click on the link provided below which will take you to the Community Grants Hub website.
Click here to visit the Community Grants Hub.
Sporting and Recreational Grants
Sporting and Recreational grants are listed below. Please note that application processes are available through the respective link and not through Council.
Click here for Ausport Local Sporting Champions Grant
Click here for Sports and Recreation Planning Program
Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program
The Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program (SRDRP) supports not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations with funding to re-establish their facilities and activities after extreme natural events, including flooding and associated damage.
Click here for more information on Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program (SRDRP).
Other Grants
See below links for Non-Council Grants available through other Departments/Government Organisations. Please note that application processes are available through the respective link and not through Council.
Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal
Budget Direct - Sponsorships Solved
AMP Tomorrow Fund - Annual
Business Grant and Funding Opportunities
Back to Work
Support payments of up to $20,000 are available for eligible employers who hire eligible unemployed jobseekers or hire an eligible young unemployed Queenslander.
Click here for the Back to Work Program.
Northern Australia Development Program: Northern Australia Industry Transformation Grant
The Northern Australia Development Program: Northern Australia Industry Transformation Grant funds enterprises in Northern Australia to establish a new industry or significantly grow the value of an existing industry.
Click here for the Northern Australia Development Program: Northern Australia Industry Transformation Grant which closes on Tuesday 24 October 2023.
Small Business Grants Schedule
The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training administers grants and programs to help Queensland small business continue to recover, grow and thrive by committing grant funds for businesses to increase key capabilities, embrace innovation, and assist high-growth businesses to capitalise on opportunities.
Click here to view the Small Business Grants Schedule.
Queensland Government Business Grants and Program Finder
The Business Queensland website business.gov.au is a whole-of-government website for the Australian business community. It is a simple and convenient entry point for information, services and support to help businesses succeed in Australia.
Click here to view the Grants and Programs Finder.
Queensland Natural Disaster Assistance
Business Queensland provides a range of information and contacts for businesses affected by natural disasters. It includes details of grants and loans available under the joint Australian and Queensland Government funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements where they are available.
Click here to view the Business Queensland Natural Disaster Assistance.
Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) Small Business Grants
Find support for Queensland small businesses to recover, grow and thrive.
Click here to view the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training Small Business grants.
Advance Queensland Programs
Advance Queensland programs and funds are listed below to help you find the support your need.
Click here to view the Advance Queensland Programs opportunities. Queensland Government and Australian Government support options are also listed.
Government Loans
In addition to grants, the Queensland Government offers First Start Loans for primary production and commercial fishing which can provide you with finance up to $2,000,000 to assist you in the early years of establishing your enterprise.
For more information, click here to visit the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority First Start Loan.
Other Grants
See below links for Non-Council Grants available through other Departments/Government Organisations. Please note that application processes are available through the respective link and not through Council.
The Queensland Government website lists Queensland, Australian, Local Government and other grants. Click here to view.
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