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ClubGRANTS

ClubGRANTS (formerly CDSE) is a statewide intiative where RSL Clubs provide financial support for projects and services that contribute to the well being of the community. Applications for funding open around March and close April annually.

More information on ClubGRANTS is available on the Clubs NSW website.

The clubs in Pittwater are:

  • Avalon Beach RSL Club
    for more information call Ron Berczelly on 9918 2201 
  • Palm Beach RSL Sub-branch Club
    for more information call 9974 4748
  • Pittwater RSL Club
    for more information call Fiona Granville on 9997 3833

The ClubGRANTS (formerly CDSE) Scheme

Clubs that earn over $1 million annually in gaming machine revenue provide funding for community projects and services, and in turn receive dollar-for-dollar gaming tax deductions. In 2010, clubs reported ClubGRANTS (formerly CDSE) expenditure of over $63 million across New South Wales.  ClubGRANTS clubs provided $66.2 million in ClubGRANTS funds in the 2010-2011 gaming machine year (1 Sept 2010 to 31 August 2011) and were entitled to claim a rebate for $40.4 million of those funds. 

The scheme was introduced in 1998 by the NSW Government and allows clubs to claim a tax deduction of up to 2.25% on gaming machine revenue over $1 million for monies spent on community support. Introducing the legislation to establish the scheme, the then Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon Richard Face MP, stated:

"This specifically recognises the valuable role played by registered clubs in their local communities and provides the Government with a more effective method of rewarding clubs for the support they provide to these communities."

From 1 September 2011, CDSE will be referred to as ClubGRANTS and the claimable rate increased from 1.5% to 2.25% of taxable gaming machine revenue.

ClubGRANTS Guidelines and Funding Categories

The new ClubGRANTS Guidelines are now available.  Applicants should read the new Guidelines to determine whether they are eligible for ClubGRANTS funding. There are three funding categories under the ClubGRANTS Scheme:

  • Category 1 expenditure on specific community welfare and social services, community development, community health services and employment assistance activities; and
  • Category 2 expenditure on other community development and support services (eg traditional areas of club expenditure, such as support for sport and recreation groups).
  • Category 3 expenditure represents 0.4% of a club’s gaming machine profits over $1 million which is placed in a state wide pool to support large scale sport, health and community infrastructure.

How to apply to ClubGRANTS Online

Applicants should note that some local committees now require application forms to be submitted online.

Information related to the Pittwater Local Government Area and how to apply, including deadline and dates is available online at the Pittwater Category 1 Application Homepage.

Applicants are encouraged to read the “How To Apply” page and consult the Local Committee Index before submitting an application form to the relevant club or local committee

Applications should be submitted directly to your local club.

For more information contact:

  • Committee Secretary Fiona Granville 9997 3833
  • Should you wish to speak to a Council officer call 9970 1181