RACQ Foundation

Capricorn Rescue - Flooding in Theodore An unprecedented series of natural disasters in late 2010 and early 2011 left communities across our state reeling. Massive floods hit central, south-west then south-east Queensland, to be followed by the terrifying devastation of Cyclone Yasi in the north.

Queensland has never before experienced a series of disasters of this magnitude, with 70% of the State affected in some way.

The RACQ Foundation was established in response to these events to help impacted communities to recover.

With funding of $8 million, it was one component of the RACQ’s three-part $20 million assistance package for victims of the Queensland natural disasters. The RACQ Foundation was formed specifically to facilitate the distribution of these funds towards the rebuilding of communities, and for other charitable purposes.

RACQ wanted to contribute on a scale which reflected the impact and gravity of the disasters and to provide an enduring legacy to the Queensland community.

The Foundation is now accepting applications for funding. We welcome applications from organisations with, or without, deductible gift recipient (DGR) status.

Please read the details below about how to apply and note that there will be a series of funding rounds over coming months.

Successful Applications

RACQ Foundation gives $1.7 million boost to flood and cyclone ravaged communities
More than 20 grassroots community and sporting organisations across Queensland have received vital funding of up to $200,000 each through the first round of donations from the $8 million RACQ Foundation.
RACQ Foundation helps Ipswich group’s flood recovery
A key Ipswich welfare group that suffered major damage in the January floods has received $70,500 funding from the RACQ Foundation.
Mackay community groups receive RACQ Foundation boost
Mackay’s hockey and croquet clubs are among 22 grassroots community groups to receive funding in the first round of RACQ Foundation donations totalling $1.7 million.
RACQ Foundation helps community television flood recovery
Brisbane community television station, 31 Digital, has received $39,260 from the RACQ Foundation to replace a vital piece of studio mixing equipment that was ruined in the January floods.

RACQ Foundation gives a helping hand to those in need
A Brisbane charity organisation is helping flood affected residents get back on their feet and into housing thanks to a $200,000 donation from the RACQ Foundation.

RACQ Foundation kicks a goal for league refs
The Brisbane Rugby League Referees Association in Fairfield is up and running again, having replaced flood damaged facilities and equipment with the help of $66,840 from the RACQ Foundation.

RACQ Foundation helps flood affected families return home
The RACQ Foundation is helping flood affected Queensland families return to their homes through a $200,000 donation to Habitat for Humanity.

RACQ Foundation gives to GIVIT
Online welfare organisation GIVIT will continue to link charities to those most in need through an $84,000 donation by the RACQ Foundation.

RACQ Foundation has kindy kids back in the game
The Emerald Preschool and Community Kindergarten officially opened its new playground today with the financial support of the RACQ Foundation.

RACQ Foundation - How to apply

Funding Priorities

The RACQ Foundation’s priorities are to assist:

Queensland community organisations that have been significantly affected by natural disasters to help them regain their position prior to the relevant weather event
Deserving charities or other organisations with a charitable purpose that help Queenslanders who have been impacted by a natural disaster
Projects that will benefit Queenslanders and be completed within 12 months of funding or projects that, when completed, will have an immediate community benefit.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for funding:

Your organisation must be either:
a. a small to medium community organisation; or
b. a charity or other organisation with a charitable purpose.
The project must benefit Queenslanders who have been significantly affected by flood, other weather event or natural disaster.
The project must be completed within 12 months of funding or must, when completed, have an immediate community benefit.
The funding must be used to:
a. pay for material items or something tangible; or
b. fund the provision of social and community support services; or
c. cover the costs incurred by the organisation in relation to the cleaning and restoration of property.
Applications to the RACQ Foundation by organisations are to be for amounts of no more than $200,000.
Applicants may only apply for funding once in each calendar year.
Funds will not be allocated for projects that duplicate government funding or services provided by government. However, funds may be granted to supplement government funds as part of total project costs.
The RACQ Foundation Trustee Board may, in its absolute discretion, resolve to provide funding to organisations that do not strictly meet the above criteria and may provide funding in addition to the cap.

Privacy

The RACQ Foundation collects information to assist in the assessment and management of funding.The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland Limited and its associated entities (RACQ Group) provide administrative services to the RACQ Foundation and as a result the information collected will be made available to the RACQ Group. Information will be made available only to areas of the RACQ Group necessary for the purposes of administration, assessment, notification, marketing and promotional activities. Your information will not be disclosed to any other parties unless authorised or required by law.

The RACQ Foundation or its representatives may contact applicants and/or identified referees for more information. Details of successful applications may be used in the RACQ Foundation’s promotional material including media releases, annual reports, brochures and on the RACQ Group website.

Application Process

If you are unsure whether your submission is eligible, we strongly recommend you contact the RACQ Foundation to discuss your project. Contact can be made via racqfoundation@racq.com.au.

Complete the Application Form and provide supporting information no later than 5pm on the application due date.

Note:

We encourage double-sided page printing of information presented as part of your application.
Photographs and/or drawings of the proposed project/activity seeking funding are welcomed especially if they are integral to the explanation of the project.
After receipt of your application, the RACQ Foundation may request additional information to enable assessment of your application.

All applications received by the due date and time will be reviewed by the Foundation Manager and further information may be requested. The RACQ Foundation will consider all proposals that meet the guidelines and, dependent on resource availability and quality of proposals, allocate available funds to successful applicants. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be advised in writing as soon as practicable.

Send the completed application and all supporting documents (as detailed) by mail to: