North Queensland Bulk Ports have announced the nine community organisations set to receive a share of $60,000 in funding, supporting local community with initiatives expected to deliver strong benefits.
Of the nine recipients, two organisations supporting Bowen and Abbot Point residents were selected, these being the Bowen Neighbourhood Centre and Girudala Community Co-Operative Society.
The Bowen Neighbourhood Centre’s initiative is the launch of an Investment Opportunities Guide, that will showcase the programs and events that the Centre supports that relies on donations or self-generated funding.
“We want to boost programs so that they are sustainable forever,” Stephanie Cora, Executive Officer of the Bowen Neighbourhood Centre explained.
“We have only two employees full time, but so many more of our staff, volunteers and directors help more than that. We want to showcase our growth, sustainability, and resilience of our clients.”
The Guide is a close analysis of the Centre, of its maintenance of funding and continuation of community minded programs.
“About 80 per cent of our funding is from the government, the rest is from donations, and our outreach like the Shed Shop and Food Hampers. This is to show everyone what we do and how we do it. And that we’re not just here for people in crisis but everyone.”
“We are very excited to receive this funding and help us launch this Guide.”
The second Bowen organisation is Girudala Community Co-Operative, which provides healthcare and support for Aboriginal and Indigenous peoples, with the funding supporting their emergency relief program for Indigenous families.
Bowen Neighbourhood Centre staff. Photo supplied
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