Deadline: 14-Dec-2026
The Glencore Coal Community Investment Program provides grants to eligible not-for-profit organisations for community and family events and initiatives that benefit communities surrounding the Oaky Creek Coal operations in Queensland. Funding generally provides up to $2,500 per organisation, with higher requests considered where projects demonstrate strong community value and impact.
What Is the Glencore Coal Community Investment Program?
Glencore Coal’s Community Investment Program supports initiatives that contribute positively to communities located around its mining operations.
The program places particular emphasis on the Oaky Creek Coal operational region of Queensland and seeks projects that address genuine local needs.
Supported initiatives should demonstrate:
- A clear community need.
- Direct benefits for local residents.
- Strong community involvement.
- Positive and sustainable outcomes.
- The organisation’s ability to manage the project effectively.
What Are the Funding Priorities?
Projects must address at least one recognised focus area.
Health
Initiatives that contribute to community health, wellbeing, or related outcomes may be considered.
Environment
Projects addressing environmental needs or improving local environmental outcomes can be eligible.
Education and Training
Activities that provide educational or training opportunities for local communities may qualify.
Indigenous Needs
Projects addressing identified needs and priorities of Indigenous communities are supported.
Other Local Needs
Projects outside these categories may also be considered where they address a substantiated local community need and provide meaningful benefits.
How Much Funding Is Available?
The maximum funding generally available is $2,500 per organisation.
However, applications requesting more than $2,500 may be considered where they demonstrate:
- Significant merit.
- Strong community benefit.
- Clear local need.
- Good value for the funding requested.
Applicants should ensure that the requested amount is proportionate to the project’s scope and expected outcomes.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the program’s organisational requirements.
Eligible applicants must be:
- Not-for-profit organisations.
- Incorporated organisations.
- Organisations with a separate and auditable bank account.
- Organisations capable of managing the proposed project professionally.
The project must primarily benefit a community within the relevant Glencore Coal operational region, particularly the Oaky Creek Coal area.
Community and Family Events
The program can support community initiatives and events that bring residents together and create positive local outcomes.
A strong event proposal should demonstrate:
- Why the event is needed.
- Who will participate.
- How local residents will benefit.
- How the community will be involved.
- How the project addresses a recognised priority or local need.
- How the organisation will manage the activity responsibly.
What Projects Are Not Eligible?
The program excludes several types of applicants and activities.
Funding will not generally be provided for:
- Individuals.
- For-profit organisations.
- Political activities.
- Religious activities.
- Sporting groups.
- Conferences.
- Core operating costs.
- Activities that are the responsibility of government.
- Overseas appeals.
- Research projects.
- Retrospective funding requests.
Applicants should ensure that their proposal is focused on a specific community initiative rather than general organisational expenses.
Project Timeframe
Approved projects must normally be completed within 12 months of receiving funding.
Multi-year projects may be considered where specifically approved.
Successful applicants may also be required to provide:
- A project report.
- An expenditure statement.
- Other evidence demonstrating how the funding was used and what was achieved.
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Your Organisation’s Eligibility
Check that your organisation is an incorporated not-for-profit with a separate, auditable bank account.
Step 2: Identify the Local Need
Clearly explain the community problem, opportunity, or need that the proposed event or project will address.
Step 3: Connect the Project to a Priority
Show how the initiative relates to health, environment, education and training, Indigenous needs, or another clearly identified local need.
Step 4: Demonstrate Community Benefit
Explain who will benefit, how many people are expected to participate, and what positive outcomes the activity will produce.
Step 5: Prepare the Funding Request
Ensure the requested amount is reasonable in relation to the project’s size, activities, and expected community impact.
Step 6: Submit to the Appropriate Glencore Coal Site
Only one application per project should be submitted, and it should be sent to the Glencore Coal site closest to where the project will take place.
Applications should be received at least eight weeks before the planned project or within the relevant funding-round timeframe.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Show genuine local need: Explain the specific issue affecting the community.
- Demonstrate participation: Describe how residents will be involved.
- Focus on outcomes: State what will change as a result of the project.
- Keep the budget realistic: Match the request to the scale of the activity.
- Avoid ineligible expenditure: Do not request funding for core operating costs or excluded activities.
- Apply early: Submit at least eight weeks before the planned project where applicable.
- Choose the correct site: Submit only one application to the Glencore Coal location closest to the project.
Why This Program Matters
Community organisations often play an important role in identifying and responding to local needs.
The Glencore Coal Community Investment Program provides financial support for initiatives that can improve health, environmental outcomes, education, Indigenous community priorities, and broader community wellbeing in areas surrounding its Queensland operations.
For community and family events, demonstrating genuine local participation and a clear benefit to residents is particularly important.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Glencore Coal Community Investment Program?
It is a community funding program supporting not-for-profit initiatives that deliver positive outcomes in communities surrounding Glencore Coal operations, with a particular focus on the Oaky Creek Coal region of Queensland.
How much can organisations apply for?
Funding is generally capped at $2,500 per organisation. Higher requests may be considered where there is strong evidence of merit and significant community value.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are incorporated not-for-profit organisations with a separate, auditable bank account and the capacity to professionally manage the proposed project.
What types of projects are prioritised?
Projects should address at least one of the following: health, environment, education and training, Indigenous needs, or another substantiated local need.
Can sporting groups apply?
No. Sporting groups are specifically listed among the activities or organisations that will not be considered for funding.
How early should an application be submitted?
Applications should be received at least eight weeks before the planned project, unless the relevant funding round specifies another timeframe.
Can a project take more than 12 months?
Projects must normally be completed within 12 months of funding, although multi-year projects may be approved in specific circumstances.
Conclusion
The Glencore Coal Community Investment Program offers funding for eligible not-for-profit organisations delivering community and family events and other initiatives in the Oaky Creek Coal operational regions of Queensland. Organisations seeking support should demonstrate a substantiated local need, strong community participation, measurable benefits, and a clear connection to the program’s priority areas while avoiding excluded activities and submitting their application within the required timeframe.
For more information, visit Glencore.