COMMUNITY FUTURES FUND
At CleanCo, we are committed to having a net positive influence on the communities that host our generation assets. Through the CleanCo Community Futures Fund we support communities who help us to deliver the following priorities:
Next round opens March 2025
About the fund
CleanCo runs two application rounds for the Community Futures Fund each financial year. Applicants can request sponsorships of up to $5,000 per round. We aim to support not-for-profit organisations, community services, First Nations initiatives, educational institutions, small businesses, environmental associations and individuals. Ideally, applicants should be located within an eligible local government area listed below.
- Cairns
- Tablelands
- Ipswich
- Darling Downs
- Goondiwindi
- Mareeba Shire
- Cassowary Coast
- Rockhampton
- Western Downs
- Somerset
- Southern Downs
Organisations/initiatives which have received financial support (in any form) from CleanCo in the previous 12 months are eligible to apply. However, CleanCo retains the rights to preference organisations/initiatives which have not received financial support from CleanCo in the previous 12 months.
Case study: jamming up a storm in Kuranda
A grant from CleanCo’s Community Futures Fund enabled not-for-profit service Kuranda Youthlink to purchase new equipment for the popular music program. The young people are now jamming up a storm!
New base and electric guitars, headphones and a computer have reenergised Youthlink’s music program and the music room is now a hive of activity after school. The service provides free lessons in playing and music production as part of its diversionary program. Young people can also access an arts program, sporting activities and free meals through Youthlink.
CleanCo is proud to support Kuranda Youthlink in providing a safe, welcoming space for young people to make friends, explore interests and build connections.
Case study: stepping out for a cause in Ipswich
CleanCo was proud to support the Ipswich Hospital Foundation’s flagship event, Park2Park, helping to raise almost $30,000 to support medical research, boost health promotion and expand services in the West Moreton Region.
Celebrating 20 years in 2024, Park2Park brought the Ipswich community together to lace up their sneakers and stride towards a healthier future for the region. Park2Park isn’t just about raising vital funds. It’s also about promoting the benefits of physical activity, connecting the community and showcasing Ipswich’s beautiful parks.
As well providing financial support through the Community Futures Fund, CleanCo’s team raised more than $5000 and our employees enjoyed the opportunity to join with their families in being part of this signature event.
Past recipients
- Mission Beach Sailing Club – marker buoy upgrades
- Tully Nursing Home – in-house sound system
- The Agile Project Wildlife Rescue – solar bore water pump
- Dimbulah Community Kindergarten – eco playground
- Brothers Australian Rules Football Club – upgrade of female toilets and change rooms
- Capricorn Helicopter Rescue Service – Colour Me Capricorn event
- Walk n Talk Collective – men’s mental health event
- Capricornia Chamber of Commerce – business mental health and wellbeing workshop
- Ipswich Youth Service – flooring upgrade at Ipswich Trades Hall
- Linville Progress Association – community gardens project
- Sudanese-Australian Lost Boys and Girls of South Sudan Inc – Supporting School Success program
- Ipswich Knights Soccer Club – equipment upgrade
- Ipswich Hospital Foundation – Park2Park Fun Run
- Blackstone Football Club – storage shed at Blackstone Fields
- Spectacled Flying Fox – soft release facility upgrade
- Parramatta State School- rugby league engagement program
- Tully Netball Association – player development program
- Tinaroo Sailing Club Inc – equipment overhaul
- Babinda Community Kindergarten- solar panel installation
- Lowood & District Memorial Bowls Club Inc.- 75th anniversary celebration