Local organisations celebrate $14m in Gambling Community Benefit Fund grants

• Almost 600 not-for-profit groups will share in $14 million from the latest Gambling Community Benefit Fund round.
• Round 123 will provide recipients with grants of up to $35,000.
• Funding helps organisations across the State deliver vital community services and activities.

The Crisafulli Government has announced more than $14 million in grants as part of the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF), with almost 600 community organisations to receive grants of up to $35,000.

The funding boost supports a wide range of initiatives, including volunteer-led services, community events and clubs, grassroots sports improvements and projects that improve wellbeing and inclusion.

More than $1.25 billion in funding has been distributed directly into local communities since the GCBF began more than three decades ago.

Successful recipients of Round 123 include:

• North’s Tennis Club Inc. in Townsville: $35,000 for the installation of new fencing to alleviate ongoing costs and provide greater security from vandalism.
• 4 Paws Animal Rescue in Maroochydore: $35,000 to install a shed.
• Fortitude Valley Rugby League Football Club (Junior Division Inc): $35,000 to install air conditioning at the facility.
• Guides Queensland Sherwood: $23,500 to construct storage space for equipment and paint the facility.
• Toowoomba Table Tennis Association Inc.: $30,000 to install solar panels at the club.
• Bribie Respite and Support Services Inc.: $30,600 to install a wheelchair hoist for residents.

Attorney-General, Minister for Justice and Minister for Integrity Deb Frecklington said GCBF funding rounds were critical in providing additional support to regional Queensland towns and cities.

“Every dollar invested through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund goes directly to communities, and I’m proud this round is supporting so many hardworking groups state-wide,” the Attorney-General said.

“It’s fantastic to see $14 million flowing to community services - whether it’s for a new shed to store equipment, upgrading dated facilities, or installing air conditioning for the hot summer months – every dollar helps local groups and the communities that depend on them.”

“We received more than 1,100 applications for this round, and I urge all eligible groups to apply to current and future rounds.

“This Government will continue to identify and deliver practical support to local groups and clubs as well as their staff and volunteers who form the backbone of Queensland.”

Applications for Round 124 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund’s next $100,000 Super Round are closing soon, on 18 July 2025.

To view the full list of Round 123 recipients, and find out more about current GCBF rounds, visit: www.justice.qld.gov.au/initiatives/community-grants