Community Benefit Fund allocations 2023 / 2024 - Division 6 to Division 12
Notice of Allocations 2023 / 2024
The total amount budgeted as discretionary funds for the 2023 / 2024 financial year was $212,541.55. The Mayor and Councillors each had $16,349.35 available to allocate.
Applications for the Community Benefit Fund closed on 19 December 2023. The total discretionary funds allocated in the 2023 / 2024 financial year was $212,489.24.
Allocations
The following allocations were made to community organisations for community purposes.
Under s202A(1) of Local Government Regulation 2012, Council advised the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) within 7 business days of the Councillor approving the allocation. Allocations were published on this webpage within 7 business days of receipt by the CEO.
Division 6
The Division 6 Councillor allocated $16,349.35
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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Queensland Police Service (Eden’s Landing Police Beat) |
To fund Christmas activities alongside a display of Christmas lights and including a food truck/BBQ for members of the community. |
$2,500.00 |
11 August 2023 |
Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association |
LECNA is seeking support with implementing its community development and outreach |
$500.00 |
3 October 2023 |
SU Queensland (Scripture Union) |
Funding towards the Annual ChicChat Mother/Daughter Dinner hosted by Edens Landing SS with other schools attending including Edens Landing, Beenleigh Special School, Windaroo SS, Cedar Creek SS |
$780.00 |
29 October 2023 |
Logan Artists Association |
Funding to purchase materials/supplies (canvasses/paint) for artists to create paintings to be hung within the Logan Hospital expansion |
$1,365.00 |
19 October 2023 |
STAR Community Services Limited |
Funding towards advertising the 'Become a Secret Santa' for vulnerable isolated Elderly residents within Logan encouraging gift donations in collaboration with local businesses |
$175.00 |
25 October 2023 |
Youth Nation Australia |
Funding to purchase equipment to support youth based activities |
$2,886.00 |
3 November 2023 |
Bethania Community Centre Incorporated |
Funding to replace malfunctioning office equipment (laptop/printer) that they use to assist the community and will use to run free community events for families, carers and seniors |
$1,782.00 |
8 November 2023 |
Beenleigh Yatala Chamber of Commerce (Junior Chamber) |
Funding towards the catering for an end of year Junior Chamber event |
$250.00 |
3 October 2023 |
Loganlea State High School |
Funding toward the First Nations student project, indigenous students will create a traditional cultural mural at the schools "yarning circle" in collaboration with a recognised Aboriginal artist drawing on the culture and stories of the Yagara and Yagambeh language groups. |
$3,524.00 |
30 November 2023 |
Logan Wildlife Association |
Funding to purchase equipment to establish a Logan Wildlife Hospital, funds for 2 ICU units to treat critical patients and 3 IV pumps for fluid therapy and pain relief. |
$567.38 |
8 December 2023 |
Meadowbrook Christian Church Limited |
Funding toward back-to-school support on uniforms, shoes, school stationery supplies and emergency food parcels for students experiencing homelessness. |
$2,019.97 |
12 December 2023 |
Division 7
The Division 7 Councillor allocated $16,349.35
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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St Bernadine’s P and F Association |
Funding for Under 8's Day where inflatable interactive sports equipment will be set up for students to interact with in the hall. |
$1,424.00 |
17 July 2023 |
Logan West Community Artshare Alliance |
Funding to support an Open Studio Day to celebrate the 10th Anniversary residence at the Hillcrest Studio |
$600.40 |
20 July 2023 |
Logan Area Committee on the Ageing |
Funding to purchase catering and supplies and fund the band for the Christmas in July event |
$250.00 |
3 August 2023 |
Park Ridge Probus Club Incorporated. |
To fund an end of year lunch to all attendees with the purpose of providing an opportunity to keep seniors minds active, expand their interests, and enjoy the fellowship of new friends. |
$300.00 |
25 August 2023 |
Logan Disabled Sports Social Club |
To fund bus hire for attendees to tenpin bowling in Bundaberg |
$58.33 |
14 September 2023 |
Boronia Heights State School |
To assist in the costs associated with the end of year Colour Run for all students. The amount covers the costs of the colour powder that is used during the colour run. |
$1,295.00 |
23 August 2023 |
Southern Stars Baseball Club Incorporated |
To support the costs for an end of season function for both junior and senior players. |
$1,500.00 |
25 August 2023 |
Park Ridge Pirates JAFC Incorporated |
To fund trophies, medallions for the Auskick, Junior and Youth JAFL players. |
$868.04 |
25 August 2023 |
Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club Incorporated |
Funding for venue hire to conduct the social for the Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club. This activity is held on the 4th Sunday of each month excluding December. |
$200.00 |
7 September 2023 |
Browns Plains State High School |
Funding to support a Year 12 Mystery Tour Bus after the year 12 formal. |
$1,750.00 |
20 September 2023 |
Chin Community Brisbane |
Funding will be used towards Chin New Year Festival celebration. Chin New Year celebration which is one of the most important festivals of the Chin people and is celebrated every year by chin community across the globe. |
$500.00 |
15 September 2023 |
Park Ridge AFC Incorporated |
Funding for sporting trophies for awards night. |
$479.26 |
15 September 2023 |
Logan City Community Cadets Incorporated |
Funding to support the costs of The Logan City Community Cadet Unit in hosting Exercise Stone Pillow 2023 for programs to be printed, purchase of food items and serviceware, payment for hire of a jumping castle and face painter. |
$335.00 |
7 September 2023 |
Crestmead 40 Plus Club Incorporated |
Funding to help offset the cost of Christmas Lunch for seniors during these hard financial times as most attendees are on the aged pension. |
$222.22 |
25 September 2023 |
St Thomas Syrian Orthodox Church Brisbane |
Funding to support the delivery of a tradition spring feast, Onam which is a South Indian festival with cultural activities. |
$1,500.00 |
26 September 2023 |
Browns Plains Little Athletics |
Purchase trophies for the end of season break up |
$1,500.00 |
3 October 2023 |
Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association |
LECNA is seeking support with implementing its community development and outreach |
$100.00 |
3 October 2023 |
Logan West Meals On Wheels Incorporated |
Funding towards function hire and catering for an end of year function for volunteers who raise awareness of the importance of their services |
$500.00 |
23 October 2023 |
Logan West Meals On Wheels Incorporated |
Funding towards function hire and catering for the 40th Anniversary celebration, raising awareness of the importance of available services with the Logan community. Raising awareness of the importance of the service in the community |
$1,000.00 |
23 October 2023 |
Boronia Heights State School Parents and Citizens |
Funding to purchase a coffee machine to be used by staff, volunteers and during school community activities |
$600.00 |
26 October 2023 |
Browns Plains Primary P and C Association |
Funding toward a new outdoor sound system to run more outdoor community events i.e. sporting events, fundraisers, fetes, outdoor movie nights and concerts. |
$1,367.10 |
15 November 2023 |
Division 8
The Division 8 Councillor allocated $16,349.35 (fully expended)
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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Park Ridge Probus Club Incorporated |
To fund an end of year lunch to all attendees with the purpose of providing an opportunity to keep seniors minds active, expand their interests, and enjoy the fellowship of new friends. |
$650.00 |
25 August 2023 |
Park Ridge Connect |
Funding will support two bus trips for seniors to encourage social connection and getting them out at an affordable cost. |
$3,080.00 |
6 September 2023 |
Crestmead 40 Plus Club Incorporated |
Funding to help offset the cost of Christmas Lunch for seniors during these hard financial times as most attendees are on the aged pension. |
$1,055.56 |
25 September 2023 |
Park Ridge Panthers Incorporated |
Hiring of Portable Toilets for a football carnival placed within a close proximity to attendees |
$779.99 |
9 October 2023 |
Park Ridge Panthers Incorporated |
Funding toward the installation of security cameras to enhance the security of the premises and provide a safe environment for members, staff and visitors |
$2,200.00 |
14 November 2023 |
Regents Park State School |
Partial funding toward a new adventure playground |
$8,583.80 |
6 December 2023 |
Division 9
The Division 9 Councillor allocated $16,316.32
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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Logan Disabled Sports Social Club |
To fund bus hire for attendees to tenpin bowling in Bundaberg |
$58.33 |
14 September 2023 |
Queensland Mounted Cadets Incorporated |
To assist with funding the trophies and award for our cadet graduation, awards, and promotion parade at the end of the year. |
$800.00 |
23 August 2023 |
Jimboomba Jolley’s over 50's |
Christmas Lunch for Jimboomba Jolley’s present and future members. |
$1,000.00 |
18 September 2023 |
Rotary Club of Jimboomba |
Digital entry lock system |
$858.00 |
18 September 2023 |
Quota Jimboomba |
Funding to assist with the presentation and operation of the local Art Show. |
$4,500.00 |
4 October 2023 |
Mundoolun Estate Community and Environmental Group |
Stage hire for yearly Christmas Carols community event |
$2,000.00 |
24 October 2023 |
Jimboomba Blue Jays Netball Club |
Funding toward gazebos, water coolers, first aid, electronic equipment and player bibs, shaded areas will be utilised by players and spectators alike |
$5,699.99 |
16 November 2023 |
Upper Room Crisis Care Centre |
Funding to provide Christmas hampers of food and festive items to vulnerable, low-income families and individuals whose lives have been impacted by unfortunate circumstances. |
$1,400.00 |
7 December 2023 |
Division 10
The Division 10 Councillor allocated $16,349.35
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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Probus Club of Cornubia |
Funding to purchase a laptop for the Probus secretary to keep minutes and legal documents. The laptop will also be used to access PowerPoint for speakers at our meetings. |
$906.00 |
11 August 2023 |
Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club Incorporated |
Funding for venue hire to conduct the social for the Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club. This activity is held on the 4th Sunday of each month excluding December. |
$500.00 |
7 September 2023 |
STAR Community Services Limited |
Funding towards advertising the 'Become a Secret Santa' for vulnerable isolated Elderly residents within Logan encouraging gift donations in collaboration with local businesses |
$250.00 |
25 October 2023 |
Rods Hot Rod Club Incorporated |
Funding toward a Christmas dinner for automotive hobbyists within Logan who donate their time/expenses displaying their vehicles for various charitable events and community organisations, the dinner will also encourage new membership. |
$1,294.78 |
5 December 2023 |
Southern Stars Netball Association |
Funding toward first aid kits, training bibs/uniforms and netballs. |
$1,358.91 |
5 December 2023 |
Loganholme State School P and C |
Funding toward the purchase of a glass front drinks fridge used to store and sell drinks across all P and C events. |
$2,172.00 |
5 December 2023 |
The Scout Association of Australia Queensland Branch Incorporated - Shailer Park Scout Group |
Funding toward the purchase of a printer and laminating machine to print activity materials and for community event advertising. |
$788.00 |
5 December 2023 |
Carbrook State School P and C Association |
Funding towards a gazebo and Square Terminal Reader to facilitate electronic payments (tap and go) at school and local community events throughout the year. |
$608.90 |
6 December 2023 |
Logan Wildlife Association |
Funding to purchase equipment to establish a Logan Wildlife Hospital, funds for 2 ICU units to treat critical patients and 3 IV pumps for fluid therapy and pain relief. |
$1,371.80 |
8 December 2023 |
Calvary Christian College |
Funding toward a BBQ and water cooler used during community events throughout the year. |
$1,098.96 |
12 December 2023 |
Kingston East Neighbourhood Group Incorporated |
Funding to purchase a commercial dishwashing machine used in the hospitality training program and other community-driven multifaceted programs. |
$6,000.00 |
15 December 2023 |
Division 11
The Division 11 Councillor allocated $16,349.35
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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Greenbank Scout Group - The Scout Association of Australia Queensland Branch Incorporated |
Funding to support the Venturers who are growing in numbers with equipment they need to skills to get through the Scout Program Guidelines |
$1,844.00 |
31 August 2023 |
Flagstone State School P and C |
Funding walkie-talkies, signs and a camera to support the Flagstone Twilight Markets. |
$2,500.49 |
31 July 2023 |
Park Ridge Probus Club Incorporated |
To fund an end of year lunch to all attendees with the purpose of providing an opportunity to keep seniors minds active, expand their interests, and enjoy the fellowship of new friends. |
$300.00 |
25 August 2023 |
Greenbank over 50s walking football |
Funding for a marquee tent to use as shade for the group when attending events. |
$1,497.00 |
6 September 2023 |
Park Ridge Pirates JAFC Incorporated |
To fund trophies, medallions for the Auskick, Junior and Youth JAFL players. |
$500.00 |
25 August 2023 |
Park Ridge Active Riding Group |
Funding to support travel and accommodation expenses incurred by our vice president in attending a further educational development exam in dressage judging. |
$500.00 |
11 September 2023 |
Teviot Downs Soccer Club |
Funding to assist with our end of season presentation costs for Junior participants to keep cost down whilst encouraging / increasing participation in community sporting and recreational activities at a junior level. |
$2,000.00 |
3 October 2023 |
Greenbank Community Centre |
Funding toward a community garden shed to safely store cleaning equipment used by hirers of the community hall |
$1,000.00 |
15 November 2023 |
Greenbank 50 Plus |
Funding towards a Seniors music and dance activity morning |
$1,000.00 |
13 November 2023 |
Flagstone State School P and C Association |
Funding toward the Flagstone Christmas "Elf Trail" activity held during the Flagstone Community Carols and Twilight Markets. |
$2,000.00 |
21 November 2023 |
Big Country Endurance Riders Incorporated |
Funding toward installing permanent posts and direction arrows along a network of safe marked tracks in Greenbank |
$2,002.86 |
30 November 2023 |
Greenbank Gators Swimming Club Incorporated |
Funding toward the purchase of a BBQ, trolley and accessories to cater sporting and fundraising events. Also toward trophies and awards for end-of-season celebrations. |
$1,205.00 |
6 December 2023 |
Division 12
The Division 12 Councillor allocated $16,331.75
Organisation |
Project description |
Amount allocated |
Date allocation approved |
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Eagleby Garden Club |
To assist in costs associated with Friendship Day where garden clubs come together sharing knowledge on the environment and community life. |
$989.00 |
15 August 2023 |
Logan Area Committee on the Ageing |
Funding to purchase catering and supplies and fund the band for the Christmas in July event |
$250.00 |
3 August 2023 |
Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum |
Funding to implement local artworks to upgrade the entrance and furniture for the Museum to support the centre as a Visitor Information Centre. |
$3,000.00 |
3 August 2023 |
Mount Warren Park State School |
Funding for a coffee machine encouraging staff to take breaks for their physical and mental wellbeing. |
$449.00 |
3 August 2023 |
Beenleigh Netball Association |
Funding towards the cost of participation medals for modified players of Net Set and Go, trophies and encouragement awards for the Junior Cadets and name badges for coaches and officials. |
$793.75 |
15 August 2023 |
Windaroo State School |
Funding to support staff wellbeing strategies including catering during the busy reporting time to boost morale. |
$550.00 |
15 August 2023 |
Eagleby Learning Centre |
Funding to assist with running wellbeing days for staff who contribute to the local community. The focus is on psychological wellbeing and social and community engagement. We will do an individual session and a group/community session and have a healthy lunch also promoting positive nutrition choices. |
$500.00 |
28 August 2023 |
Beenleigh Garden Club Incorporated |
Funding to support Beenleigh Garden Club Friendship Day when all garden clubs in Logan and surrounding Council areas are invited to attend a display of our garden products. Funding will support costs of entertainment and catering. |
$1,500.00 |
22 September 2023 |
SU Queesland (Scripture Union) |
Funding towards the Annual ChicChat Mother/Daughter Dinner hosted by Edens Landing SS with other schools attending including Edens Landing, Beenleigh Special School, Windaroo SS, Cedar Creek SS |
$750.00 |
29 October 2023 |
Beenleigh Show Society |
Funding towards advertising and entertainment allowing a lower-cost admission to the 144th Annual Show for the Logan community and surrounding districts |
$5,000.00 |
19 October 2023 |
Beenleigh Yatala Chamber of Commerce (Junior Chamber) |
Funding towards the catering for an end of year Junior Chamber event |
$1,250.00 |
3 October 2023 |
Eagleby Giants JRLFC Incorporated |
Funding toward purchase of jerseys for junior players |
$1,300.00 |
19 December 2023 |