THE Community Fund seeks to support a broad range of local initiatives that align with the Port of Townsville’s strategic vision to create improved sustainability in four key areas: planet, community, people and prosperity.

Port of Townsville general manager business strategies and sustainability Claudia Brumme-Smith said the port community was thrilled to continue supporting the important work of community organisations through the new Community Fund.

“The Port of Townsville and its customers have been involved in almost every aspect of life in Townsville and the region for more than 150 years.

“With ports in Townsville and Lucinda, we have a strong relationship with communities as far west as Mount Isa in the North West Minerals Province and from the Burdekin to Hinchinbrook,” she said.

“Our staff and our customers live and work in these communities, and we know that vibrant and connected communities are important to our quality of life.”

Ms Brumme-Smith said the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, regional non-for-profit organisations need our support whether it is in-kind or monetary.

“Establishing this fund is an important element of our new Port Vision 2050 – our blueprint for the next 30 years,” she said.

“We are excited to see the ideas and projects that applicants put forward and eager to help them achieve their goals.”

Applications are invited for sponsorship amounts of $200 up to $10,000 between 1 March until mid-April. The port is calling on the Townsville community, charities, non-for profits, schools and universities to apply.