Community Benefit Fund allocations 2024 / 2025 - Division 1 to Division 4

The total amount budgeted as discretionary funds for the 2024 / 2025 financial year is $233,271.18. The Mayor and Councillors each have $17,943.93 available to allocate.

Applications for the Community Benefit Fund opened on 19 July 2024.

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 1 - Councillor Lisa Bradley

Date allocation approved

Amount allocated

Organisation name

Purpose

Notice of Allocation

8 August 2024

$600.00

Rochedale South Primary P&C Association

Funding to hire a screen, projector and sound equipment to host a free 'book themed' community movie night as part of Book Week 2024 celebrations.

Rochedale South Primary P&C Assoc (PDF 147 KB)

8 August 2024 $1,000.00 Springwood Road Primary P&C Association Funding towards the hire of a stage and PA system and purchase of a new time capsule and craft consumables for the schools' 50th anniversary celebration event. Springwood Road Primary P&C Assoc (PDF 147 KB)
1 October 2024 $500.00 Rochedale Probus Club Incorporated Funding for an end-of-year function where seniors' can enjoy an outing and celebrate friendship.

Rochedale Probus Club (PDF 127 KB)

1 October 2024 $500.00 Logan River Family History Incorporated Funding for a portable display board and table cover for use at local community events. Logan River Family History Inc (PDF 127 KB)
3 October 2024 $500.00 Guides Queensland - Rochedale Girl Guide Funding to purchase replacement chairs for the Rochedale Girl Guide Hut Guides Queensland - Rochedale Girl Guide (PDF 126 KB)
28 October 2024 $500.00 Springwood Tri Services RSL Sub Branch Incorporated Funding for protective covers to preserve equipment used during Anzac Day and Remembrance Day community ceremonies. Springwood Tri Services RSL Sub Branch Incorporated (127 KB)
12 November 2024 $500.00 Rochedale Springwood National Seniors Incorporated Funding towards catering costs for an end of year event for seniors Rochedale Springwood National Seniors Inc (PDF 72 KB)
14 November 2024 $500.00 Fishers Of Men Charity for Homeless and Disadvantaged Funding to provide meals, drinks and gifts bags containing essential items for adults and children for Christmas. Fishers of Men Charity for Homeless and Disadvantaged (PDF 75 KB)
21 November 2024 $500.00 Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association Funding to purchase non-perishable food items for Christmas hampers to be distributed to Logan households. Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association (PDF 68 KB)
15 January 2025 $1,000.00 Logan Triathlon Club Funding to purchase indoor training bikes. Logan Triathlon Club (PDF 120 KB)
15 January 2025 $500.00 Guides Queensland - Springwood Girl Guides Funding to purchase archery bows, arrows, and personal safety equipment for the Springwood Girl Guides. Guides Queensland - Springwood Girl Guides (PDF 121 KB)
19 February 2025 $315.00 Rochedale Probus Club Inc Funding to hire an exhibitor space at The Retirement Living and Senior Lifestyle Expo held in Logan. Rochedale Probus Club Inc (PDF 83 KB)
19 February 2025 $1,000.00 Rochedale Rovers FC Inc Funding for a trailer. Rochedale Rovers FC Inc (PDF 83 KB)
19 February 2025 $500.00 Rochedale Rovers Netball Club Inc Funding to purchase new netballs for both competition and training. Rochedale Rovers Netball Club Inc (PDF 83 KB)
3 March 2025 $500.00 Southern Stars Netball Association Funding towards first aid kits, game bibs and netballs. Southern Stars Netball Association (PDF 126 KB)
13 March 2025 $150.00 Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club Incorporated Funding for venue hire for the Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club's monthly social, held on the 4th Sunday each month (except December) Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club Incorporated (PDF 126 KB)

Division 2 - Councillor Teresa Lane

Date allocation approved

Amount allocated

Organisation name

Purpose

Notice of Allocation

3 October 2024

$1,000.00

Woodridge State School

Funding toward bus hire, lunch and tenpin bowling as an end of year activity for Year 6 students.

Woodridge State School (PDF 136 KB)
3 October 2024 $500.00 Chin Community Brisbane Incorporated Funding toward the Chin New Year Festival celebration. The festival is one of the most significant events for the Chin people and is celebrated annually by the Chin community worldwide. Chin Community Brisbane (PDF 130 KB)
3 October 2024 $250.00 Hindu Ahlaya Sangam Qld Incorporated Funding toward venue and band hire for a fundraising Gala July 2024. Hindu Ahlaya Sangam Qld (PDF 130 KB)
3 October 2024 $400.00 Tokelau Community Brisbane Incorporated Funding toward venue hire and catering for rehearsals in preparation for World of Cultures in August, Tokelau Language Week and the annual Independence Day and Flag Raising ceremony in October. Tokelau Community Brisbane Incorporated (PDF 129 KB)
3 October 2024 $294.00 Hurricane Stars Club Funding to purchase compasses for use in outdoor navigational and bushwalking activities. Hurricane Stars Club (PDF 140 KB)
29 October 2024 $1,000.00 Logan Central Meals on Wheels Funding towards a label printer, shirts for volunteers, magnetic car signs for organisation identification, and various items for Christmas and Fathers Day hampers. Logan Central Meals on Wheels (PDF 138 KB)
29 October 2024 $122.47 Learn-A-Craft Funding for bus hire to take community members with mobility issues on an outing to a sunflower farm and Japanese gardens in Toowoomba. The trip will include lunch and provide an opportunity to learn about various flora and fauna. Learn-A-Craft (PDF 127 KB)
29 October 2024 $500.00 Berrinba East Primary P&C Association Funding to hire an outdoor stage for the students annual Christmas Concert event. Berrinba East Primary P&C Association (PDF 125 KB)
29 October 2024 $250.00 Guardians of Tomorrow Funding for signage to help the Logan community locate their services, including op shops and training premises. Guardians of Tomorrow (PDF 128 KB)
29 October 2024 $750.00 Logan City Historical Museum Funding to purchase 2 dehumidifiers to protect the integrity of the Museums exhibition items, minimising their deterioration. Logan City Historical Museum (PDF 126 KB)
12 November 2024 $500.00 Berrinba East State School P&C Funding towards a freezer for the Berrinba East State School P&C tuckshop. Berrinba East State School PC (PDF 72 KB)
14 November 2024 $250.00 Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association Funding to purchase non-perishable food items for Christmas hampers to be distributed to Logan households. Logan East Community Neighbourhood  (PDF 68 KB)
14 November 2024 $250.00 Rochedale Springwood National Seniors Incorporated Funding towards catering costs for an end of year event for seniors. Rochedale Springwood National Seniors Inc (PDF 75 KB)
4 December 2024 $400.00 STAR Community Services Limited Funding towards advertising the 'Become a Secret Santa' program for vulnerable and isolated elderly residents within Logan, encouraging gift donations in collaboration with local businesses. STAR Community Services Ltd (PDF 150 KB)
14 January 2025 $750.00 Matu Community of Queensland Incorporated Funding for venue hire, decorations, and catering for the youth awards gala dinner to celebrate the academic achievements of Logan Matu community students. Matu Community of Queensland Inc (PDF 123 KB)
20 March 2025 $220.00 Logan City Philatelic Society Incorporated (Logan Stamp Club) Funding toward venue hire, event setup and catering for the 2024 Annual Stamp and Coin Fair. Logan City Philatelic Society Inc (Logan Stamp Club) (PDF 124 KB)
20 March 2025 $200.00 Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club Incorporated Funding for venue hire for the Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club's monthly social, held on the 4th Sunday each month (except December) Logan Beaudesert Country Music Club (PDF 123 KB)
20 March 2025 $750.00 Marvellous Mature Women Funding to purchase 2 Bluetooth speakers and a microphone to enhance audio accessibility for participants during events and meetings. Marvellous Mature Women (PDF 122.13)
20 March 2025 $1,500.00 Logan District Elders Funding to purchase 2 sewing machines, craft materials and ingredients for cooking classes. Logan District Elders (PDF 121 KB)

Division 3 - Councillor Mindy Russell

Date allocation approved

Amount allocated

Organisation name

Purpose

Notice of Allocation

21 August 2024

$200.00

Logan Central Meals on Wheels

Funding towards a label printer, shirts for volunteers, magnetic car signs for organisation identification, and various items for Christmas and Fathers Day hampers.

Logan Central Meals on Wheels (PDF 132 KB)
22 August 2024 $650.00 Mabel Park State High School Funding toward BBQ catering for Mabel Park State High School's Community Connect expo. Mabel Park State High School (PDF 136 KB)
17 September 2024 $556.98 Daisy Hill-Brentwood Downs Neighbourhood Watch Funding for venue hire and morning tea to foster a friendly and relaxed community gathering, featuring participation from local police, residents, and Logan City Council to discuss crime prevention measures. Daisy Hill-Brentwood Downs Neighbourhood Watch (PDF 133 KB)
17 September 2024 $500.00 Chin Community Brisbane Incorporated Funding toward the Chin New Year Festival celebration. The festival is one of the most significant events for the Chin people and is celebrated annually by the Chin community worldwide. Chin Community Brisbane Inc (PDF 131 KB)
28 October 2024 $100.00 Learn-A-Craft Funding for bus hire to take community members with mobility issues on an outing to a sunflower farm and Japanese gardens in Toowoomba. The trip will include lunch and provide an opportunity to learn about various flora and fauna. Learn-A-Craft (PDF 131 KB)
28 October 2024 $289.92 Guardians of Tomorrow Funding for signage to help the Logan community locate their services, including op shops and training premises. Guardians of Tomorrow (PDF 129 KB)
4 November 2024 $430.00 Daisy Hill Neighbourhood Watch Funding towards catering and decorations to support the 2024 Neighbourhood Watch Halloween event, ensuring a safe activity for a younger audience and their parents. Daisy Hill Neighbourhood Watch (PDF 129 KB)
12 November 2024 $3,000.00 Mabel Park State School Funding for Year 6 students of Mabel Park State School to attend a lunch and tenpin bowling for a graduation celebration. Mabel Park State School (PDF 73 KB)
26 November 2024 $500.00 Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association Funding to purchase non-perishable food items for Christmas hampers to be distributed to Logan households. Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association (PDF 68 KB)
26 November 2024 $249.75 Springwood Tri-Service RSL Sub Branch Inc Funding to buy a laptop to play music at commemoration events throughout the year, including Vietnam Veterans Day and Remembrance Day Springwood Tri-Service RSL Sub Branch Inc (PDF 68 KB)
26 November 2024 $1,322.00 Daisy Hill Neighbourhood Watch Funding towards catering, novelties, and the hire of tables and chairs to host a free community Christmas BBQ in Daisy Hill. Daisy Hill Neighbourhood Watch (PDF 69 KB)
16 January 2025 $418.75 Matu Community of Queensland Incorporated Funding for venue hire, decorations, and catering for the youth awards gala dinner to celebrate the academic achievements of Logan Matu community students. Matu Community of Queensland Incorporated (PDF 121 KB)
5 February 2025 $220.00 Logan City Philatelic Society Inc (Logan Stamp Club) Funding toward venue hire, event setup and catering for the 2024 Annual Stamp and Coin Fair. Logan City Philatelic Society Inc (Logan Stamp Club) (PDF 124 KB)
7 April 2025 $1,353.14 Slacks Creek Rugby League Football Club Inc Funding to purchase a custom-designed gazebo for Slacks Creek Rugby League. Slacks Creek Rugby League Football Club Inc (PDF 140 KB)
7 April 2025 $2,049.00 Slacks Creek Rugby League Football Club Inc Funding for a generator to enable the club to function as a community refuge centre during adverse weather events. Slacks Creek Rugby League Football Club Inc (PDF 135 KB)

Division 4 - Councillor Nathan St Ledger

Date allocation approved

Amount allocated

Organisation name

Purpose

Notice of Allocation

15 August 2024

$500.00

Village Rockers Incorporated

Funding toward venue and band hire for a fundraising Gala July 2024.

Village Rockers Incorporated (PDF 130 KB)
20 August 2024 $561.85 5FOLD Limited Funding toward promoting the Creative Kids Market. The market serves an educational purpose by teaching children key entrepreneurial and financial skills. 5FOLD Limited (PDF 131 KB)
20 August 2024 $1,640.00 5FOLD Limited Funding toward a Christmas Hamper Appeal purchasing cardboard boxes to hold hamper items, also providing essential items, food and gifts to families facing financial hardship. 5FOLD Limited (PDF 129 KB)
27 August 2024 $250.00 Logan Central Meals on Wheels Funding towards a label printer, shirts for volunteers, magnetic car signs for organisation identification, and various items for Christmas and Fathers Day hampers. Logan Central Meals on Wheels (PDF 173 KB)
3 September 2024 $500.00 Logan Child Friendly Community Limited Funding for the licence to screen a movie at the Family and Community
Place "Family Movie Night", aimed at fostering family bonding and
promoting local engagement.
Logan Child Friendly Community Limited (PDF 130 KB)
6 September 2024 $1,000.00 Lions Club of Logan Village Incorporated Funding towards fuel for two cars to participate in the Variety Bash, fundraising used for food/respite/physical assistance to those less fortunate within the community. Lions Club of Logan Village Inc (PDF 138 KB)
23 September 2024 $250.00 Qld PNG Rugby League Incorporated Funding toward live streaming, camera operations and technicians at the PNG Kokomo 9s Sporting Carnival. Qld PNG Rugby League Inc (PDF 129 KB)
24 September 2024 $250.00 IWA Australia Limited Funding towards driving lessons for vulnerable members of the refugee community, including youth and single mothers. IWA Australia Ltd (PDF 128 KB)
3 October 2024 $1,000.00 Logan Village State School P&C Association Funding to replace the broken commercial fridge in the Logan Village State School tuckshop. Logan Village State School P&C Association (PDF 134 KB)
3 October 2024 $741.67 Amber By Living Gems Residents Association Incorporated Funding to buy gardening tools and materials for a new community garden group that encourages local seniors to be socially active and learn about sustainability. Amber By Living Gems Residents Association (PDF 141 KB)
3 October 2024 $350.00 Beenleigh Yatala Junior Chamber of Commerce Funding towards catering and awards for the Junior Chamber end of year event. Beenleigh Yatala Junior Chamber of Commerce (PDF 132 KB)
20 November 2024 $122.46 Learn-A-Craft Japanese gardens in Toowoomba. The trip will include lunch and provide an opportunity to learn about various flora and fauna. Learn A Craft (PDF 68 KB)
22 November 2024 $500.00 SU Australia Ministries Limited - Beenleigh Region Combined Chaplaincy Funding toward equipment hire, venue hire and catering for the Annual Chaplaincy dinner and auction. Beenleigh Region Combined Chaplaincy (PDF 72 KB)
22 November 2024 $153.84 Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association Funding to purchase non-perishable food items for Christmas hampers to be distributed to Logan households. Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association (PDF 69 KB)
11 December 2024 $1,028.00 Logan Village Probus Club Incorporated Funding to purchase a microphone, speaker system, and banners for the new Probus club, helping retirees connect socially. Logan Village Probus Club Inc (PDF 126 KB)
29 January 2025 $1,500.00 Lions Club of Logan Village Incorporated Funding towards the 2024 charity golf day including course hire, lunches, trophies and prizes. Funds are raised for causes including Multiple Sclerosis Qld, Rosies, 4Voices and Hummingbird House.
Lions Club of Logan Village Inc (PDF 126 KB)
3 March 2025 $599.00 Heart Health Qld Incorporated Funding to purchase a portable defibrillator. Heart Health Qld Incorporated (PDF 127 KB)
3 March 2025 $900.00 Yarrabilba Basketball Association Funding to purchase trophies for the Yarra Slam 2025 basketball event. Yarrabilba Basketball Association (PDF 128 KB)
10 March 2025 $2,000.00 Logan Village and Districts Community Centre Incorporated Funding for 3 bicycles and essential riding equipment to enhance public safety. Logan Village and Districts Community Centre Incorporated
3 April 2025 $580.75 Logan Village Riding and Pony Club Funding towards rosettes for the Annual Pink Ribbon Dressage Competition. Logan Village Riding and Pony Club (PDF 129 KB)