Christmas 2024 Grants Update

Merry Xmas everyone!

Thank you to all our wonderful clients, who continue to put their trust in us year after year.

As we all know, the world of grants is ever-changing-ever-challenging, and being successful takes commitment, timing, attention to detail and a whole lot of persistence (with a good bit of luck thrown in too). You can’t win them all, but you can win a fair few with a good strategy in place and the right approach.

Let’s celebrate some of the winners this year – of big grants and small – so our congratulations go out to:

Little Ships Club QLD Squadron; New Farm Bowls Club; Russell Island Bowls Club; Coochie Coastcare; Eczema Association of Australasia Inc; Redlands SES Unit; Bundaberg Tenpin Bowling Club & Bundaberg Junior Tenpin Bowling Club; Macleay Island Bowls Club; Bay Islands Lifestyle/Bay Island Watersports; Wynnum Golf Club; Isle of Coochie Golf Club

Well done also to all the Clubs who participated in our monthly online Grant Success masterclasses. We had some great conversations and learning and it’s fabulous to hear that participants have won some of their grants during and after the course. Keep up the great work team!

With the change of government in QLD we can probably expect some changes to grant programs in 2025 and possibly some new and exciting opportunities to explore. Watch this space!

Safe and happy holidays to all – from our families to yours – and we look forward to many more wins in 2025!

Lisa

Here’s a small selection of grants for community and business. Like and Follow our Facebook page for regular updates – GrantsPlus Consulting.

Feature Grant

Bendigo Bank Community Bank Victoria Point and Wynnum Manly

Closing 3 January 2025

For organisation’s that actively bank with them or would be willing to bank with them. For projects that align with community connection & good health, reconciliation, people capacity & resource building and climate, environment & energy. Read here for more info.

COMMUNITY GRANTS

2024-25 Volunteer Grants Round

Closing in January 2025

Open for expressions of interest through Federal Members of Parliament (MP). Interested organisations should read the Grant Opportunity Guidelines and contact their local Federal MP for details on how to submit an EOI. Electorates may have different closing dates and processes.

Funding up to $5,000 to assist eligible not-for-profit community organisations that rely on volunteers. To purchase communication or insurance items and/or purchase items or services to assist volunteers or volunteer-run activities that support the well-being and development of children (under 18). More info here.

Multicultural Peak Body Funding

Closing 22 January 2025

Funding of up to $400,000 per year for 4 years. For peak body and community organisations to continue to play a pivotal role in strengthening Australia’s multicultural capacity. Read here.

RACQ Foundation Community Fund

Closing 30 January 2025

Amounts up to $25,000. For community groups, charities, sporting clubs and First Nations Councils. For projects that rebuild after natural disasters and to prepare for the future with resilience-based projects. Read here.

Brisbane Lord Mayor’s Community Fund

Closing 13 June 2025

Brisbane City Council’s Lord Mayor’s Community Fund supports community projects that build stronger communities in Brisbane. Grants up to $10,000. Read here.

Touring Queensland Fund

Round 6 opens 31 March 2025. Closing 12 May 2025.

Funding of up to $100,000 for single-year touring programs and single-tours. Funding of up to $150,000 per annum for multi-year touring program. Applicants can apply for up to 50% of the total project costs. To support arts presenters and producers in the delivery of performing arts, visual arts, contemporary music gigs and cultural heritage touring activity. Find more here.

Submit an Idea – School Transport Infrastructure Program

Funding of up to $500,000. For projects that improve the school safety through new/improved infrastructure including Drop & Go zones, fencing, bike paths, parking etc. Typically 50-50% funding or up to 100%. More info here.

GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESS

Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Grant Program Round 2

Closing 30 June 2025 or until funds are exhausted

Funding of up to $50k. For QLD SME manufacturers to implement energy efficiency measures including LED lighting. Check this link.

HR Support Grants for Small Business

Subject to funding availability

Funding of up to $5,000 for small businesses with an immediate need for new and innovative human resources (HR) solutions to support their business. More info here.

Tourism & Events Queensland Major Event Investment

Ongoing

For one-off recurring event. To attract visitors to Queensland and support the State’s tourism industry. Read here.

Happy grant-seeking!

If you need help in finding the right grant for you or helping you write your grant application, send us a message at lisa@grantsplusconsulting.com.au or call 0422 374 992.

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Merry Xmas everyone!

Let’s celebrate some of the winners this year – of big grants and small – so our congratulations go out to:

Here’s a small selection of grants for community and business. Like and Follow our Facebook page for regular updates – GrantsPlus Consulting.

Feature Grant

Bendigo Bank Community Bank Victoria Point and Wynnum Manly

COMMUNITY GRANTS

2024-25 Volunteer Grants Round

Multicultural Peak Body Funding

RACQ Foundation Community Fund

Brisbane Lord Mayor’s Community Fund

Touring Queensland Fund

Submit an Idea – School Transport Infrastructure Program

GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESS

Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Grant Program Round 2

HR Support Grants for Small Business

Tourism & Events Queensland Major Event Investment

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