The fund supports not-for-profit organisations and First Nations groups that coordinate non-commercial litter clean up.

The donation aims to assist organisations and First Nations groups that coordinate non-commercial litter clean-up from foreshores and land owned, managed, leased, or under the control of Council, or as approved otherwise by Council.

• Funding applications accepted all year round.
• There is no acquittal process required following approved applications.
• There is no maximum amount.
• Funds are credited to Charity debtor account to be used at Council Waste facilities.

To be eligible to apply for Waste Donation Fund, the organisation must be:

• Australian registered charity
• For profit and no-for-profit First Nations Groups
• Commercial business
• Educational Institution
• Sporting Club
• Must be based in or servicing the Gladstone Regional Council area
• Must be responsible for costs associated with collection and transportation of the waste material to the waste disposal facility
• Have an Australian Business Number (ABN) or complete and attach a “Statement by a supplier” form,

The following will not be considered eligible:

• Political Organisation or Political Parties.
• Organisations with access to funds generated from licensed premises or gaming machines.
• Local, State, Federal government agency.
• Organisations that have failed to adequately acquit previous Council funding.
• Organisations that have a delinquent debt to Council (excluding interest free loans) or any outstanding matters/concerns with Council.

• Phone: 4976 6300