Stronger communities start here: Stanwell Power Station’s Social Investment Program

Stanwell Power Station is committed to ensuring that our nearest communities benefit from our presence as neighbours and community members, and that this presence delivers meaningful and lasting benefits to the communities we are part of. 

One of the primary ways we put this commitment into action is through our Social Investment Program, which empowers local not-for-profit groups to make a positive difference in the community.

Our Social Investment Program offers a range of ways for local organisations to partner with us to support the outcomes they are working to achieve for their communities. 

This support may include sponsorships for community events and initiatives, grants for equipment or facilities, or partnership funding for longer-term projects that create lasting benefits.  communities closest to our assets are a priority for Stanwell Power Station. We are proudly local. 

Stanwell Power Station has two Social Investment Programs: 

Community Sponsorship Program 

Our Community Sponsorship Program helps bring local ideas to life. We support not-for-profits and community groups working on events or initiatives that make our regions more vibrant, resilient, and enjoyable for everyone. 

Some examples of community sponsorship program events and projects include:   

• Kalapa Hall & Sports Committee | Annual Horse Sports 

• Stanwell State School | Senior Camp 

• Bouldercombe Progress Association | Starlink 

• Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc | Wattle Day Festival 

Community Partnership Fund

The Community Partnership Fund has a focus on larger scale and long-term projects that help organisations deliver tangible and long-term benefits, such as facility upgrades or the purchase of essential equipment.

Applications are assessed by a panel including Stanwell and community representatives, ensuring decisions are fair and informed by local perspectives.  

Check out the successful recipients from the 2025/26 Stanwell Power Station Community Partnership Fund below (and maybe get some inspiration for what your next project looks like!).   

Contact our Stakeholder Engagement team to chat about the type of social investment that’s best for your event or project (details provided below), or check out our website.

2025/26 Stanwell Power Station Community Partnership Fund recipients 

Through our recent round of the Community Partnership Fund, we invested $90,000 in local community organisations. We’re proud to be investing back into the communities that are supporting our operations. Take a look below at the projects we supported. 

• Baree School of Arts – funding enables the Baree School of Arts to upgrade their building lighting system and ventilation

• Kalapa Hall and Sports Committee – funding allows for the purchase of a new lighting and PA system

• Stanwell Progress Association – funding will assist the purchase of internet and security system for the hall 

• Westwood Progress Association – funding allows for the purchase of new equipment to improve the hall’s ramp access 

• Wycarbah Hall and Sports Association – funding will enable the hall to upgrade water services and solar energy systems

• Stanwell State School P&C – funding will assist in being able to carry out commemorative landscaping to support their 150th anniversary

• Rockhampton Mountain Bike Club – funding will assist in the purchase of new infrastructure and improve trail safety at the Whipsnake and Cactus trails. 

2026/27 Community Partnership Fund opening dates 

We’re excited to announce the next Community Partnership Fund round will open on Wednesday, 1 April 2026. The fund will be accepting applications until Wednesday, 18 May 2026. Keep an eye on our Facebook page and website for when the application link goes live.

If you have any questions or need help with your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Stakeholder Engagement team on the details provided below. Email: sponsorship@stanwell.com   Phone: 0458 835 706