Ti Tree Community Fund 2026/2027 Round 1 (Australia)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026

The Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund provides grants of up to $15,000 (excluding GST) per project to individuals, not-for-profit community organisations, and eligible businesses for projects that create broad social or environmental benefits within the Ipswich Local Government Area (LGA). The fund supports initiatives addressing the social and environmental impacts associated with the Ti Tree facility, including environmental restoration, wildlife habitat improvement, community sustainability, waste reduction education, public area improvements, and community projects. What Is the Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund? The Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund is a community funding program designed to support projects that deliver long-term social and environmental benefits across the Ipswich community. The fund aims to support initiatives that demonstrate a real or perceived connection to the impacts of the Ti Tree facility while providing broader benefits to the local community or environment. Projects must take place within the Ipswich Local Government Area. What Does the Fund Support? The Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund focuses on projects that improve environmental conditions, strengthen community wellbeing, promote sustainability, or provide shared community benefits.

Supported activities can include:

- Environmental restoration and improvement. - Wildlife habitat enhancement. - Connecting remnant vegetation and wildlife corridors. - Stabilising watercourse banks. - Tree planting. - Beautification of public areas. - Community education about waste reduction and recycling. - Community events. - Purchasing community assets. - Sustainability programs. Applicants should clearly explain how their project contributes to the fund’s objectives and provides a broad benefit to the Ipswich community or environment. Why Is the Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund Important? The fund is intended to help address social and environmental impacts associated with the Ti Tree facility by supporting projects that create lasting local benefits. It can help communities and eligible organisations undertake practical projects that may otherwise be difficult to finance.

The program encourages initiatives that:

- Improve local environmental conditions. - Protect or enhance wildlife habitats. - Increase community participation. - Promote sustainability. - Encourage waste reduction and recycling. - Improve public spaces. - Strengthen community assets. - Deliver long-term benefits within Ipswich. How Much Funding Is Available?

Eligible applicants can receive:

Up to $15,000 (excluding GST) per project per funding round. Applicants must also provide an in-kind contribution of at least 10% of the funded amount.

An in-kind contribution may include:

- Donated supplies or materials. - Volunteer time. - Direct cash contributions. Applicants should clearly identify their contribution as part of the project budget and demonstrate how it will support successful delivery. Who Is Eligible to Apply? The Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund is open to: - Individuals. - Not-for-profit community organisations. - Eligible businesses operating within the Ipswich LGA. Applicants must meet the program’s eligibility conditions and demonstrate that their proposed project aligns with the objectives of the fund. Who Is Not Eligible? The following applicants are excluded under the stated eligibility requirements: - Government agencies, except P&C Associations. - Waste-related businesses. Applicants should confirm their organisational status before preparing an application. What Types of Projects Can Be Funded? Environmental Restoration Projects can focus on improving local environmental conditions and restoring natural areas.

Examples include:

- Connecting remnant vegetation. - Establishing or improving wildlife corridors. - Stabilising watercourse banks. - Planting trees. - Improving wildlife habitats. Public Area Improvements Funding can support projects that improve the appearance, functionality, or environmental quality of public areas. This may include community beautification and other improvements that provide benefits to a broad range of local residents. Waste Reduction and Recycling Education Community education initiatives can help residents understand waste reduction, recycling, resource recovery, and sustainable practices. Projects should demonstrate how educational activities can create meaningful community-level benefits. Community Events Community events may be eligible where they align with the objectives of the fund and provide broad social or environmental benefits. Community Assets Funding may also be used to purchase community assets where the proposed purchase supports the objectives of the program and provides a broad local benefit. Sustainability Programs Projects can promote sustainable practices and help communities improve their environmental performance. Applicants should explain the practical outcomes expected from the proposed sustainability activity. Project Eligibility Requirements In addition to meeting the applicant eligibility requirements, projects must satisfy the fund’s conditions.

Projects should:

- Be located within the Ipswich LGA. - Align with the objectives of the Ti Tree Bioenergy Fund. - Demonstrate broad social or environmental benefits. - Demonstrate a real or perceived impact from the Ti Tree facility. - Include at least a 10% in-kind contribution. - Be completed within 12 months of funding approval. Applicants must also meet all relevant application and compliance requirements. Project Completion Timeframe Funded projects must be completed within 12 months of funding approval. Applicants should therefore develop a realistic implementation plan showing how the project will be completed within this timeframe.

The proposed timeline should consider:

- Project commencement. - Procurement and purchasing. - Approvals or permissions. - Project implementation. - Community engagement. - Environmental works, where applicable. - Project completion and