Overview
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) is Queensland’s largest one-off community grants program and distributes approximately $60 million each year to not-for-profit community groups. The GCBF funding helps these groups to provide services, leisure activities and opportunities for Queensland communities.
In 2023, the GCBF program has 4 funding rounds available:
- $100,000 super round for all priorities—closed 28 February
- $35,000 standard grant round—closed 31 May
- $35,000 standard grant round—closes 31 August
- $35,000 standard grant round—closes 31 October.
To check eligibility requirements and understand your organisation’s responsibilities throughout all stages of the grant funding process, read the guidelines for GCBF applicants and instructions for applying for the GCBF grant. Contact the GCBF team on phone 1800 633 619 if you need help.
We will provide an update here and on Facebook when the next round is open.
The outcome of a funding application may take up to 4 to 5 months after the closing date.
Guidelines for GCBF applicants
Read the guidelines that explain the eligibility requirements for Gambling Community Benefit Fund applicants and how funding approvals are prioritised.
How to apply for a GCBF grant
Learn how to apply for a Gambling Community Benefit Fund grant using the online grants portal.
