Funding Boost On Offer For Burdekin Community Groups

Burdekin community groups and sporting clubs are being urged to get their applications in, with a fresh round of council grants now open offering up to $3,000 to support local projects.

The funding, available as cash or in-kind support, is aimed at grassroots initiatives that benefit the wider community, from events and festivals to new or expanded programs.

Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the grants play a key role in keeping local organisations running.

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“Our community and sporting groups make an enormous contribution to the social fabric of the Burdekin, often with limited resources,” Mayor Dalle Cort said.

“In previous rounds, Council has supported a wide range of community and sporting organisations across the Burdekin, including local events, festivals and grassroots programs.”

The latest round, covering part of the 2025–26 financial year, opened on 1 April and closes 14 April, with applications assessed by Council’s Community Grant Assessment Panel.

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Funding is open to eligible not-for-profit organisations for projects that enhance liveability, encourage participation or build community pride across the shire.

Applicants are being advised to clearly outline the community benefit of their proposal and review the guidelines before applying.

Full details and application forms are available via the Burdekin Shire Council website: www.burdekin.qld.gov.au/Community-grants-program

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CAPTION: Local community groups and sporting clubs are encouraged to apply for Burdekin Shire Council grants of up to $3,000. Photo source: Burdekin Shire Council

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