Funds for service

MARANOA community groups can now apply for grant funding under the Department of Social Services.
Funding is available for a range of community organisations including, emergency relief, flood relief, financial counselling, child and parenting support, multicultural arts and festivals, aged care services, problem gambling support services, volunteer groups, and helping seniors connect to the internet.
Federal Maranoa MP Bruce Scott enouraged local organisations of all sizes and backgrounds to apply for the funding.
“There have been significant improvements to grant funding under this government, which recognises and respects the valuable work that civil society organisations do to support the vulnerable,” he said.
To find out more, visit www.dss.gov.au/grants
Applications close on 23 July at 2pm.