COUNCIL GRANTS COMMUNITY WISHES

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Published: 11 May 2020

Thirty-three Scenic Rim community groups will share in a total of $81,000 provided by Council under the final round of its Community Grants Program for the financial year, with a further 43 local organisations benefiting from more than $20,000 of in-kind support.

Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen said the grants represented a significant investment by Council in not-for-profit groups which helped to enrich community life in the region.

"Council's Community Grants Program supports local organisations, most of which rely heavily on volunteers, that make a positive contribution to the enviable lifestyle we all enjoy in the Scenic Rim,” he said.

“These grassroots community organisations play a valuable role in strengthening the social fabric of our communities through special events and regular activities that celebrate our identity, culture and diversity.”

Applications were called from the community for Round 2 on 1 February 2020 and closed on 28 February 2020.

Grant information sessions held in Boonah, Beaudesert and Tamborine Mountain were well attended and contributed to a high standard of grant applications.

"As always, the grant applications in this round were diverse, with projects ranging from items of equipment and minor infrastructure improvements to family fun days,” Cr Christensen said.

“While the current COVID-19 situation has disrupted many community organisations’ activities and events, it has also highlighted the importance of community connections and we look forward to seeing our local groups emerging from this even stronger.

“As part of our commitment to supporting our region through COVID-19, Council allowed greater flexibility under the community grants guidelines and our Community Development Team has continued to provide support to local groups and not-for-profit organisations.”

Council’s in-kind assistance allocated to community groups outside the grants program will provide for use of venues and waste bins. Council also supports community groups by assisting with the supply of tents for special events and some photocopying.

The groups and their projects to benefit from the final round of Community Grants for the 2019-20 year are listed below.

Community Group	Project
Active Community Transport	Laptop
Beaudesert Genealogy (Auspice Beaudesert Meals On Wheels)	Scanners and Window Hood
Beaudesert Swimming Club	Desktop Computer
Beechmont Recreation Arts and Sports Association	Forest School Leadership Training and resources
Beechmont Tennis Club	Smart TV for Video Training
Boonah and District Cultural Foundation	Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival
Boonah and District Working Horse Association	Storage container for equipment
Canungra Owls Soccer Club	Kitchen equipment and appliances
Creche and Kindergarten Association Of Qld (Canungra Community Kindergarten)	Portable outdoor equipment
Canungra Sports and Recreation Reserve Grounds	Install a solar system
Fassifern Horse and Pony Club	Jump wing improvements
Harrisville and District Historical Society	Upgrade computer
Historical Society of Beaudesert	Security Cameras and PA
Hayes Oval	Water station
Kooralbyn Valley RSL Sub-Branch	Commercial two-door upright refrigerator
Kooralbyn Valley Mountain Bike Club	Website development and signage
Kooralbyn Valley Community Development Association	Family Fun Day / Community Fair
Kalbar Progress Association	Webpage for Kalbar
Tamborine Village Lions Club	Defibrillator
Lions Club of Boonah	Box Trailer for equipment
Moriarty Park Community Sporting Centre	Water Bubbler with water bottle refill and dog bowl

Moogerah Passion Play Association	Portable gazebos and heavy duty outdoor non-slip mats
Peak Crossing Public Hall	Exit lights and installation
Rathdowney & District Pony Club	Purchase obstacles and mounted games equipment
Rural Lifestyle Options Australia	Replace computer
Rathdowney Memorial Bowls Club	Replace damaged front entrance footpath
Tamborine Mountain Garden Club	Data projector
Tamborine and District Riding Club	Marquees
Tamborine Pony Club	Shade structures
Tamborine Mountain Bridge Club	Laptop computer
Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens	Construct pathway
Tamborine Mountain Show Society	Paint buildings
Tamborine Mountain Community Men's Shed	Purchase metalwork finishing machine