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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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