Businesses receive helping hands

This week Council endorsed the first parcel of Community Chest Fund recipients with more than $75,000 to be distributed to nine local businesses as part of Council’s Road to COVID-19 Stimulus Packages. 

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said over 30 local businesses had made an application to receive up to $10,000 as Council helps communities get back on their feet during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Many small to medium local business owners are doing it tough financially right now, and it’s our priority to individually assess these applications, ensure funds are being allocated fairly, and then disperse the money as quickly as we reasonably can.”

“It’s great to announce and award the first parcel of successful applications, with more still under review, and more to be announced in the near future,” Mayor Baker said. 

Mayor Anne Baker said the grants could assist with ongoing costs such as rent and bills, re-establishment costs such as seeking professional advice, or even diversifying business activities.

“If you are a small to medium business owner genuinely needing a helping hand, I implore you to find out if you’re eligible for this grant.”

The Isaac Community Chest Fund is proudly supported by its initiating contributors BHP, Anglo American, Aquila Resources/South32 and Civeo to help Isaac Regional Council deliver this local economic response to the coronavirus.

“We’re truly grateful for everyone’s commitment to our region and we’re continuing to work with many other generous supporters to finalise further contributions to the fund.”

“We’d love to have as many on board as possible as this is a community effort.”

Applications are still open. To find out more if your small to medium business, your not-for-profit, recreation, sporting or cultural group is eligible head to speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au to apply online or to download a form.

Call Council’s Customer Service Centre staff on 1300 ISAACS, that’s 1300 47 22 27 for more assistance.

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Isaac Regional Council PR & Media Officer          4846 3550