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Christmas cheer for Southport community groups |
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| Posted by Administrator (admin) on Dec 18 2006 |
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The 52nd round of the Queensland Government's Gambling Community Benefit Fund is spreading Christmas cheer with $117,923 distributed between 7 Southport community organisations, Southport Peter Lawlor announced today.
"Particularly at this time of year, it is great to see these groups continuing their work and getting their projects off the ground with the support of the Queensland Government," Mr Lawlor said.
"Almost all not-for-profit community groups based in Queensland are eligible to apply, and the Fund has the flexibility to provide funds for a broad range of projects large and small."
Grant recipients include:
• Arundel State School Parents & Citizens Association - Purchase curtains, sound and lighting equipment $29,925
• Australian Red Cross - Southern Queensland Regional Office -Volunteer training $14,363
• Creche and Kindergarten Association of Queensland - Gold Coast Regional office - Purchase training resources $6,065
• Endeavour Foundation - Wahroonga Residential- Install air conditioners, skylights and vinyl flooring $20,369
• Kokoda Challenge Association Inc. -Purchase vehicle $23,780
• Railway Kindergarten & Child Care Centre Inc. Paint building interior and exterior $10,936
• Trinity Kindergarten Association - Refurbish toilet and bathroom facilities $12,485
Since it began in 1994, the Gambling Community Benefit Fund has provided over $325 million to almost 30,000 community projects.
Since Mr Lawlor's inception as the Member for Southport in 2001, Southport community groups have shared in $2.8 million worth of funding.
Recommendations on grant applications to the Fund are made by an independent committee appointed by the Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Infrastructure.
Revenue for the Fund is generated from levies placed on Golden Casket lotteries, wagering, keno, and gaming machines in Queensland.
Queensland based organisations can apply for up to $30,000 for standard projects, and larger grants may be considered for more complex projects.
For more information on the Gambling Community Benefit Fund, or to obtain a funding application package, visit www.gcbf.qld.gov.au, or call (07) 3247 4284 or 1800 633 619 (freecall outside Brisbane).
Visit www.responsiblegambling.qld.gov.au to find out more about the State Government's Queensland Responsible Gambling Strategy.
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