General News
18 March, 2026
Grants boost for Douglas groups
A LIFE-saving defibrillator for local tennis players and a program to reduce unplanned pet pregnancies are among the projects funded in Port Douglas Shire Council’s latest Community Grant round.
More than $35,000 will be shared across five community organisations.
Paws and Claws will receive $10,000 to launch a subsidised desexing program for low-income pet owners, while the Forever Reef Project will use its $10,000 grant to run community open weeks and a guest speaker series.
The Mossman Port Douglas Senior Rugby League Club has secured $10,000 for improvements to its Mossman clubrooms. The Alexandra Sporting and Social Club will purchase a new fridge and the Port Douglas Tennis Club will use its grant to buy a defibrillator.
The council will also be running a workshop in Mossman on 23 March to provide practical advice for local incorporated or not-for-profit community organisations hoping to tap into the grants process.
Participants will learn how to apply for up to $10,000 in funding, eligibility and criteria information, tips on how to strengthen a project idea, budgeting and acquittal requirements and take part in a Q&A with council staff.
To reserve a spot or ask questions email E: comdev@douglas.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4099 9444
