Arrow Energy has launched its 2025 Brighter Futures grants program, giving community groups in the Western Downs region the opportunity to receive up to $5000.

Kindergartens, sporting clubs, charities, and other not-for-profit organisations within Arrow’s Surat Gas Project footprint are eligible to apply.

Now in its 14th year, the Brighter Futures program provides grants for initiatives and projects that support health and wellbeing, community connection, active lifestyles, education and learning, environmental sustainability, and First Nations.

Oakey Freshwater Fish Stocking Association was among 14 groups to receive almost $50,000 in Brighter Futures grants in 2024.

President Troy Bryant said the funding has meant they could increase their positive impact on the environment.

“By releasing fingerlings annually, it helps with natural recruitment or breeding within the ecosystem, which in turn helps with sustainability of each species and the overall health of the ecosystem as a result,” Mr Bryant said.

“The grant has allowed us to increase the number of fingerlings we’ve released, compared to the past, and help us to get closer to our target.”

Image at top of page: Arrow Energy’s Jayne Weier releasing fingerlings into Myall Creek, Dalby.

Arrow Energy community officer Jayne Weier said the grants gave grassroots groups the opportunity to access financial support.

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“At a time when many people are feeling the pinch from the cost of living, we hope our grants will take some of the pressure off not-for-profit groups in terms of fundraising, and the community can only benefit from that,” she said.

Applications are open until Thursday, April 10. For more information or to apply for a Brighter Futures grant, visit www.arrowenergy.com.au/community/social-investment/brighter-futures

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