The purpose of the program is to support junior sport (under 18 years old) in the Queensland operational areas of Glencore’s Coal Assets Australia.

The program supports clubs and associations with projects that address their long term needs. Projects should have a focus on increasing the capacity of the club/association to support participation in junior sport on a sustainable (on-going) basis.

What funding is available?

• Maximum funding per club/association is $7,500 so as to allow for multiple clubs/associations to benefit from the program.
• Projects that have a cost to the club/association of greater than $7,500 will be considered however will need to attract additional investment from the club/association and or elsewhere and demonstrate how the entire project will be funded and implemented.

Project Completion

Projects must be completed within 12 months from the time of funding.

Upon completion, successful applicants must complete a brief report and expenditure/reconciliation statement.

Who is eligible?

Applications for projects are sought from incorporated, not for profit sporting clubs or associations. Communities associated with Glencore’s operations will be prioritised, generally this includes the following Local Government Areas (LGA) and communities:

• Collinsville/Scottville
• Glenden
• Tieri/Capella
• Clermont
• Rolleston/Springsure
• Wandoan/Taroom
• Nebo/Pioneer Valley

Individuals or 'for-profit' organisations will not be considered. 

What will not be funded?

• Paying for or subsidising registration fees
• Funding representative teams to participate in out of area events
• Participation in one-off events e.g. regional/state championships
• Individuals
• Travel or accommodation costs
• Conferences
• Consumables, including sports equipment that lasts for one season or less
• Ongoing or operational costs of the club/association, eg: insurance
• Projects/events/initiatives that are already complete
• Partial funding of projects where remaining funding has not been secured

• Phone: 0447 561 583
• Email: tracey.snedden@glencore.com.au