PRESS RELEASE: TURSA Announces $1 Million Community Grant Program to Celebrate 30th Anniversary

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Tursa Employment & Training is pleased to announce the launch of the TURSA Community Grant Program. With a total funding pool of $1,000,000, this program aims to support and empower local not-for-profit organisations.

An initiative of the Board of Directors as part of TURSA’s 30 year anniversary, it is designed to enhance the capacity of local not-for-profits to deliver impactful programs, strengthen support networks for vulnerable people, and promote collaboration among community organisations and other stakeholders.

Chairperson Glenn Costello said that “This represents a significant investment back into the communities we serve. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we believe it is fitting to support and recognise other local organisations that share TURSA’s passion for helping vulnerable individuals have a brighter future.”

Key Details of the TURSA Community Grants Program:

· Total Funding: $1,000,000

· Grant Amount: Up to $30,000 per grant or more

· Application Deadline: June 13, 2025

· Notification of Successful Applicants: July – August 2025

Eligibility Criteria:

· Must be a registered not-for-profit organisation with ACNC and an active ABN.

· Operate within TURSA’s service areas.

· Preferably have an annual turnover of less than $2 million. For more information and to apply, please visit TURSA Community Grant Program.

Company Secretary, Debbie Fry is delighted to have been part of a three-decade span working with a committed Team that has built a responsive and successful not-for-profit organisation that focuses on supporting Participants access employment and training opportunities, and related support services.

Debbie commented “that the TURSA Community Grant Program is a key component of recognising our 30th Gala Year in June 2025, and a testament to TURSA’s ongoing commitment to making a positive impact across communities.” Contact: Email: [email protected] Website: www.tursa.com.au

Media Contacts:

Name: David MooreCompany: Tursa Employment & TrainingEmail: [email protected]Phone: 0439115861

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May 15, 2025/by Reland Pigte

About Tursa Employment & Training

Tursa Employment & Training is a not-for-profit Employment Service Provider and Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 90325), dedicated to helping individuals find meaningful employment and supporting businesses in sourcing the right talent. Established in 1994, TURSA operates across 48 locations from the Sunshine Coast in Queensland to the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. The organisation delivers a range of government-funded programs including Workforce Australia, Disability Employment Services, and Transition to Work. With a strong focus on inclusivity, TURSA supports diverse groups including Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, youth, and culturally diverse communities—offering, high-quality employment and training services tailored to local needs. This grant program being offered is available within the areas that TURSA services across QLD and NSW only: Ballina, Beaudesert, Beenleigh, Bellingen, Boonah, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay, Caboolture, Caloundra, Capalaba, Casino, Coffs Harbour, Coolum Beach, Forster, Goodna, Fortitude Valley, Grafton, Ipswich, Kempsey, Kyogle, Laidley, Lismore, Maclean, Mermaid Beach, Mitchelton, Mullumbimby, Murwillumbah, Nambour, Nambucca Heads, Nerang, Noosaville, North Lakes, Oxenford, Port Macquarie, Redcliffe, Southport, Strathpine, Taree, Toowong, Toowoomba, Tweed Heads South, Upper Mt Gravatt, Victoria Point, Woodridge, Woolgoolga, Yamba

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