Grants Program Strengthens Community Led Investment

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Published
10th May 2023

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is providing 17 local community groups with $69,425 in funding as part of the second round of Council’s 2022-2023 Community Grants Program.

The program supports non-profit community organisations to develop and deliver projects, programs and events which benefit, enhance and meet the needs of our community.

Six groups received over $25,000 for initiatives under the Program’s Community Wellbeing and Lifestyle Stream.  Projects cover signage and promotion for recreational sport events, recreational sport initiatives and a facility improvement project.

Seven groups will receive over $30,000 funding for initiatives that stimulate economic activity and drive spend into Local Businesses across the Cassowary Coast. Events and initiatives receiving support include the Dunk Island Outrigger Event, Tully Cane Productivity Initiative, Innisfail Pasta and Sugo Event and Cardwell Seafest.

Three local P&Cs will each receive around $5,000 each to support initiatives which will reduce waste and support environmental sustainability practices within schools in Mourilyan, Murray Upper and Mission Beach.

Councillor Trudy Tschui, Community and Culture portfolio holder said Round Two of the Community Grants Program saw a diverse range of applications that included community services, sports and recreational events, and youth focused environmental projects. All support our region’s economic development, liveability and cultural vibrancy.

“Council is proud to grant over $69,000.00 to the successful applicants which will assist in the delivery of these initiatives and provide benefit to the broader community. Our Community Grants Program supports local groups who play a crucial role in our community and in strengthening local inclusion.

“If you’re a part of a community group or have an idea for a project or event but need additional funding to bring it to fruition, I encourage you to explore Council’s Community Grant program in preparation for the next round later this year.” said Councillor Tschui.

Successful Recipients for the Community Grants Program - Round Two are -

Community Wellbeing and Lifestyle

  • Tully Mission Beach Pickleball – Ready for Play
  • Rotary Club of Innisfail - Riverfest
  • Tully Men’s Shed -Connectivity Project
  • Tully Motorcycle Club – Facility Project
  • Innisfail Game Fishing Club – Signage & Promotion
  • Cassowary Coast Little Athletics – Promotion
  • Tully Rugby League Club – QRL Pride Game

Economic Development

  • Cairns Italian Festival – Innisfail Pasta & Sugo Festival Event
  • Tully Cane Productivity Cane Services - Sugar Cane Nursery Project
  • Kurrimine Beach Fishing Club – Signage & Promotion
  • Mission Beach Outrigger Club – Dunk Island Outrigger Event
  • Innisfail Historical Society – Tropical Art Deco Festival
  • Cardwell Community Events – Bike & Boats Expo
  • Cardwell Seafest – Seafest Event 2023

Environmental Sustainability

  • Mourilyan State School P & C - Growing Green Kids Project
  • Murray Upper School P & C – Waste Warriors
  • The Rainforest School – School Recycling Program

Community members seeking further information on Council’s Community Grants Program can visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/funding-grants.