Haughton sustainable communities fund

About the Haughton Sustainable Communities Fund

Pacific Blue’s Haughton Sustainable Communities Fund shares the benefits of the Haughton Solar Farm with surrounding communities, providing long-term social, economic, and environmental value beyond the life of the solar farm.

Since the solar farm commenced operations in 2019, the Fund has invested more than $500,000 in local initiatives that strengthen community wellbeing, education, and sustainability across the Burdekin region.

For the 2026 funding round, local community groups and not-for-profit organisations are invited to apply for grants of up to $10,000, with more than $80,000 available to support community projects.

The Fund supports projects that benefit communities across:

• Ayr
• Brandon
• Clare
• Dalbeg
• Giru
• Home Hill
• Millaroo

Projects do not necessarily need to be located within the immediate fund area, however they must operate in, and provide a clear benefit to these communities listed above.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organisations that are not operating for the profit or gain of their members. This includes:

• Incorporated Associations
• Committees of Management
• Unincorporated community associations with an ABN and formal constitution
• Co-operatives defined as not-for-profit
• Companies Limited by Guarantee

Not-for-profit organisations that do not yet have an ABN may still apply, however additional documentation may be required if the project is successful.

Applicants should review the Community Benefit Fund Program Guidelines before submitting their application.

Applications are now closed

Applications for the 2026 Haughton Sustainable Communities Fund are now closed.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us on [email protected].

For more information about the Haughton solar farm, click here.