Get in quick for chance of Seniors Week funding

Communities Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said Queensland organisations planning community events in Seniors Week are reminded to submit their funding applications by Monday, March 2.

“Seniors Week is a time for people of all ages to come together to help promote positive attitudes towards older people and ageing, and to foster relationships between generations,” she said.

The 24^th annual Seniors Week will be celebrated from August 15 to 23 this year.

“Older people deserve to be recognised for their hard work, experience, knowledge and contribution, all of which have helped build the foundations of our State,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.

“A total of $125,000 is available to support events or projects that celebrate ageing, inform people of services and concessions available to them and promote awareness of the contributions and achievements of our seniors.

“Applications for grants up to $5000 will be considered for individual Seniors Week activities.

“I urge organisations to get their submissions in on time to be considered for this funding.”

For an information pack, visit www.communities.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 132 654. Submissions close 4pm, Monday, March 2.

Media Contact: Minister Nelson-Carr’s Office 3235 4280