Christmas Grants 2026

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Eligibility

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The Mackay Regional Council Christmas Grants are provided to not-for-profit groups and organisations who seek to host a Community Christmas event that encourages participation from a broad cross section of the community.   

Funding is available up to $750.

Ineligible events include: End-of-Year Club Presentations and Internally Focussed Events e.g. recognition of staff, volunteers or members that are not open to the community.

Are you a properly constituted not-for-profit organisation? * Required
Response required.

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Are you a properly constituted not-for-profit organisation?" on page 1

Do you operated within the Mackay Regional Council boundaries? * Required
Response required.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Are you a properly constituted not-for-profit organisation?" on page 1
  • "Do you operated within the Mackay Regional Council boundaries?" on page 1
Do you have a vaild Public Liability Certificate? * Required
Response required.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Do you have a vaild Public Liability Certificate?" on page 1
  • "Do you operated within the Mackay Regional Council boundaries?" on page 1
  • "Are you a properly constituted not-for-profit organisation?" on page 1
Please upload your Public Liability Certificate. * Required
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    This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

    • "Are you a properly constituted not-for-profit organisation?" on page 1
    • "Do you operated within the Mackay Regional Council boundaries?" on page 1
    • "Do you have a vaild Public Liability Certificate?" on page 1
    Is the event you are seeking funding for an awards event, trophy presentation or information session? * Required
    Response required.

    Child Safe Requirements

    Will the grant-funded project include activities or services that will involve children (individuals under the age of 18), or facilities/activities where children are under your organisation’s supervision? * * Required
    Response required.
    This question relates to Child Safe Organisation Act 2024 (QLD)

    Child Safety Declaration (Not Applicable)

    This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Will the grant-funded project include activities or services that will involve children (individuals under the age of 18), or facilities/activities where children are under your organisation’s supervision? *" on page 1

    The Grantee acknowledges that it is exclusively responsible for ensuring the safety of children involved in the funded activity and for complying with all applicable child safety obligations (including the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 (Qld) and the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle, where applicable). Council’s receipt or sighting of any child‑safety related policies or evidence is solely for Council’s assurance and to confirm the Grantee’s compliance efforts. Council’s review shall not be taken as endorsement of the content or as a transfer of responsibility for the effectiveness of those policies, which remains with the Grantee.

    To seek further information about Child Safe Organisations - Child Safe Organisations | Queensland Family and Child Commission.

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      Documents could include: a copy of your Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Code of Conduct; and, brief details of your risk management measures (e.g. supervision arrangements/ratios, transport arrangements, reporting pathways etc)