Supporting Our Community
Supporting Our Community
Abbot Point Operations (APO) is delivering on its mission and commitment to Grow Local through strategic partnerships across the local region.
Abbot Point Operations (APO) is committed to supporting the Bowen community through practical, locally focused partnerships.
The APO Community Support Program (CSP) provides ongoing funding and support for community groups, organisations and initiatives that make a positive difference at a local level.
The program is focused on strengthening community resilience and connection by supporting initiatives across education and skills development, community health, sustainable livelihoods, and community infrastructure, along with local sporting, social and community events.
Funding priorities are informed through regular engagement with local stakeholders. This helps identify current challenges, service gaps and emerging issues, ensuring support is directed where it will have the greatest impact.
The CSP includes both ad hoc funding for smaller initiatives and an annual application process for larger projects. This approach allows APO to respond to immediate community needs while also supporting longer-term initiatives that deliver lasting social and economic benefits.
The program is also designed to build capability within local organisations by supporting projects that strengthen their ability to deliver services and continue supporting their communities into the future.
Some of the initiatives supported through the CSP include:
- Youth programs and services that support young people in the community
- School and community-based roles that provide guidance and support for students
- Community organisations delivering essential services, including food support
- Programs that help people build skills and improve employment opportunities
- Support for families through provision of essential back-to-school supplies
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Click here to learn more about APO’s CSP eligibility criteria and entry conditions.
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Michelle O’Regan, Bowen PCYC
PCYC Bowen is proud of the long-term partnership with Abbot Point Operations. APO has supported PCYC Bowen’s Youth and Community Development Programs for the past 8 years. Their support has seen PCYC Bowen able to provide ongoing youth development through the award-winning Youth Management Team, R.U.B.Y (Representing and Uniting Bowen Youth) Crew. This group of inspirational young people regularly volunteer in community, often seen running Friday night skating for families and children. APO has also supported PCYC through our individual and group programs such as the Primary School Engagement Program and the WORKFit Program. The collaboration with APO enables PCYC Bowen to empower our community through youth development and we are grateful for their ongoing support.
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