BMA Building Better Communities Through The Benefitting My Community Program

Small grants have delivered big things for the Mackay and Isaac region, with 22 organisations sharing in more than $150,000 thanks to BHP Mitsubishi Alliance’s (BMA) Benefitting My Community Program (BMCP).  

The grants of up to $10,000 delivered projects and programs for community organisations, ranging from school gardening projects to road safety educational programs.

BMA Asset President Adam Lancey said there was more to come, with applications now open for round two of the BMCP.

“All local community groups and organisations are encouraged to apply,” Mr Lancey said.

“Providing community grants for local events and initiatives is something we are immensely proud of and is one of the many ways BMA is making a positive contribution to the community where we operate.”

Mr Lancey said the projects, programs and events awarded from the first round were chosen for the benefits they offered their local communities.

“These organisations, not-for-profits and community groups are all truly making a difference where our people live and work,” he said.

For more information about the BMCP and to apply for Round 2, email benefitingmycommunity@bhp.com

BMCP Round 1 FY2025 awarded recipients included:  

• Alligator Creek State School Parent and Citizen Association - Alligator Creek State School Flag poles  
• Brothers Bulldogs Junior Rugby League - Purchase & installation of a security system  
• Community Accommodation & Support Agency (CASA) - Dry Bags and essential items for Rough Sleepers  
• Dysart Golf Club Inc - Dysart Christmas Party 2024  
• Dysart Kindy - Dysart Kindy Resource Upgrade  
• Emergency & Long term accommodation in Moranbah Inc (ELAM) - ELAM 2025 Debutante Ball  
• Glenella State School P&C Association - Anzac Graden  
• Greater Whitsunday Communities (GWC) - Northern Beaches Community Playgroup (NBCP) support their program activities  
• IDEAL Placements - Virtual Ready for employment pathways for people with disabilities  
• Just Saying Project - JSP Women’s Awards 2025  
• Mackay Woodturners Association Inc - Replacement of Ageing Equipment  
• Moranbah Bulls Rugby Union Club - Moranbah Bulls Rugby Union Club supporter grandstand  
• Moranbah Catholic Church St. Joseph The Worker Parish - Moranbah Community Christmas Fair  
• Moranbah Horse and Pony Club - Moranbah Horse and Pony Club lighting  
• Moranbah Race Club Inc. - Revitalisation of Volunteer Workspace for Enhanced Community Engagement  
• Nebo community sports and recreation club - Nebo community Christmas fair  
• Pioneer State High School P&C - Accessible Learning Solutions for Students in Wheelchairs  
• Pioneer Valley Sporting Association (PVSA) Inc – Rail Trail Group Pioneer Valley Rail Trail Stage One  
• RMHC North Australia - Mackay Ronald McDonald Family Room Sponsorship  
• Road Accident Action Group (RAAG) - Fatigue Road Safety Campaign  
• Sarina Surf Lifesaving Club - Sarina Beach Christmas Carols  
• The Friends of the MECC - 2025 Pathways to Performance

BMA’s Benefitting My Community Program has awarded over $150,000 in grants to 22 organisations across Mackay and Isaac, funding projects from school gardens to road safety programs, with applications now open for the next round. Photos supplied

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