Applications for Anglo American’s 2025 Community Grants Program are now open with community groups and not-for-profits in the Moranbah, Middlemount, Moura, Banana and Theodore areas encouraged to apply.
Anglo American Australia Head of Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Kate du Preez said the Community Grants Program was designed to invest in the future of the local communities where we operate.
“We are passionate about ensuring mining benefits reach the people and places that make our regions unique now and for generations to come.
“Our Community Grants Program is just one of the ways we invest in the future of our local communities with a focus on education, environment, wellbeing, and skill building.”
In 2024, 57 groups across Anglo American’s operational footprint in Queensland shared in almost $500,000 in community grants funding for local sustainable development initiatives.
Middlemount Youth Centre received $15,000 in last year’s grants program.
Youth worker Ivan Edeling, who has run Middlemount Youth Centre for more than 12 years, said he had seen firsthand the ongoing benefits the centre had on young people in the community.
“With more than 10 years of continuous funding support, Anglo American has truly demonstrated its long-term commitment to mental health and wellness of the youth in Middlemount,” he said.
“The heart of the youth centre has always been to create a safe, positive and inclusive space for high school students to congregate and be themselves.
“Thanks to the Anglo American Community Grants Program, a meal is provided and enjoyed each night the youthy operates. The music space is enjoyed by many students and the modern lounge area – with projector screen and sound system – allows kids to cheer on their favourite footy team while enjoying a game of pool.”
Student Ellie Wilson said that “the youth centre is a place like home that offers support, activities and a sense of community where people can connect and grow freely”.
Applications for Anglo American’s 2025 Community Grants Program are open from 1 March 2025 to 31 March 2025. To apply head to: https://australia.angloamerican.com/communities-and-partnerships
