Grants 2026
A very big thank you to our continued supporters in 2026
Community Benefit Gambling Fund Grant Application Submitted 2026
We are pleased to advise members that U3A has submitted an application to the Queensland Government’s Community Benefit Gambling Fund Grant program for the current funding round.
Each year, the Committee prepares a “wish list” of items that will assist in improving the day-to-day operation of U3A and enhance the services we provide to our members. These requests are carefully reviewed and grouped into categories required for the grant application process, such as office equipment, promotional materials, and operational resources.
Our 2026 application totals $5,719 and includes a range of practical items that will support both administration and member services, including:
- A new office computer
- Office phones
- Chairs
- A shredder
- Drill kit
- Plasterboard anchors
- Promotional bookmarks and pens
The grant application process is thorough and requires detailed organisational information, references, and explanations outlining how the requested items will benefit U3A and its members.
Following the close of the funding round, the assessment process takes approximately five months before successful applicants are announced. Organisations are only permitted to apply once within each funding cycle, making each application an important opportunity to secure resources that support the continued growth and operation of U3A.
Maintaining regular applications is also essential, as organisations that do not apply annually may lose their eligibility status and need to re-establish access before applying again in future rounds.
We thank everyone who contributed suggestions and assisted with the preparation of this year’s submission. We now look forward to the outcome and will keep members informed as further news becomes available.
Larry Frazer Treasurer U3A Townsville
The Townsville City Council and the Smart Grants team have generously supported members of U3A Townsville who attend the History Class held at Oonoonba Community Hall by providing a fee waiver for the period from 8 October 2024 to 30 June 2025.
On behalf of all U3A Townsville members, we sincerely thank Townsville City Council for its generous and ongoing financial assistance in supporting community learning opportunities.
Larry Frazer Treasurer U3A Townsville
On behalf of U3A, I wish to thank Chris Bugeja and the team at Computer Workshop for their generosity as being a sponsor of U3A Townsville. Larry Frazer, U3A Treasurer.