The latest round of Aurizon’s Community Giving Fund is now open, enabling Local community groups and charities to apply for grants of up to $20,000.
Aurizon’s CEO, Andrew Harding, said the Giving Fund aims to support important community projects.
“With operations spanning three states, we are keen to support local charities and community groups who may need funding for projects in the areas of community safety, health and wellbeing, education or the environment,” Harding said.
“If you belong to a charity or community group that is looking for some financial support, I strongly encourage you to take the time to look at all the information on our website and apply.”
To be eligible, groups must be non-profit organisations that hold an approved deductible gift recipient (DGR) status charity (Item 1) from the Australian Tax Office, and have projects affecting areas in which Aurizon operates.
Through the Gift Fund, Aurizon has provided support for over 300 charities and not-for-profits since 2011. 22 charities were provided funds in the most recent round announced in December 2017.
“This funding all goes towards local community projects, and we look forward to continuing that support in this new round,” Harding said.
The Community Giving Fund round will close on 27 April 2018 and applications can be made on Aurizon’s website.