ANZAC Day Trust Fund
What is the Anzac Day Trust Fund?
The Anzac Day Act 1995 provides for the commemoration of Anzac Day on 25 April and gives power to the Anzac Day Trust to distribute monies from the Anzac Day Trust Fund.
The trust makes payments annually based on applications received from institutions, organisations or associations. Applicants must, as their primary activity, provide help, support, or membership to:
- aged persons who served Australia in its defence forces;
- the spouses and children of deceased persons who served Australia in its defence forces;
- persons who served Australia in its defence forces in time of war or armed conflict;
- institutions, organisations or associations which provide help or support to aged persons, spouses and children of deceased persons who served for Australia.
The Anzac Day Act was first enacted in 1921. The Anzac Day Trust and the Trust Fund were established in 1965 when trading hours were relaxed on the afternoon and evening of Anzac Day. These changes allowed places of public amusement, clubs, hotels and race courses etc to open.
The main purpose of the Trust is to administer the Trust Fund under the provisions of the Anzac Day Act 1995.
Board of Trustees
Applications are assessed by the Board of Trustees.
The Trustees are nominated by the RSL, Legacy and other Ex-service organisations and appointed by the Governor in Council for a three year term. The Chairperson is appointed by the Minister for Industrial Relations.
The current trustees as of 26 April 2010 are:
- Mrs Pat Waters - Chairperson
- Mr Peter Jones - Trustee representing the RSL
- Mr Brian Avery - Trustee representing Legacy Clubs
- Mr J.S (Steve) Rowan - Trustee representing all other Ex-service organisations
How is the Trust funded?
Funding is provided primarily by the Queensland Government in the form of an annual grant. In 1999, legislation provided for an initial grant of $795,000 to be increased annually according to the Consumer's Price Index.
The Trust Fund is increased by proceeds received from annual appeals to businesses which benefit from Anzac Day trading.
How do I apply?
To apply for a payment from the Anzac Day Trust Fund you should:
- Complete and submit an application form.
Printable version (PDF, 2.0 MB)
Electronic version (XLS, 68.0 KB)
- Attach the appropriately verified/audited financial statement with the application. This should include details of income and expenditure for the most recent financial year. Applications will not be accepted without the financial statements.
- Provide an Australian Business Number (ABN) (non-Queensland Government link) or a completed 'Statement by a Supplier' form (available from The Trust Secretary by phoning +61 7 3225 2069 or any newsagent) with each claim.
All payments are GST exempt.
Guide for completing application form
Guide for completing Anzac Day Trust Payment Application (DOC, 43.0 KB)
An application form is also available on request by email: alissa.adriaansen@justice.qld.gov.au
When filling in the form:
- Details given on application forms should be typed or printed in block with a black or blue pen.
- Select an amount to be claimed from the expenditure statement and write it next to the appropriate item number on the application form.
- Next, mark the item number (e.g. Item 14(e) = Postage) next to the corresponding amount on the expenditure statement. This will link the amount claimed to the expenditure statement and assist the Trustees in verifying the claimed amount.
- Please give an explanation if only part of an expense is claimed.
- Provide details where requested (e.g. where asked ‘Give Details' please ensure this is provided).
- Space is provided on the last page of the form for explanation of any unusual items or for adding an item which is not listed on the application form. Please attach a separate sheet of paper if necessary.
In accordance with Section 9(2) of the Anzac Day Act 1995, amounts which may be claimed in this application are the welfare expenses paid by your organisation during the period covered by your most recent verified or audited financial statement.
Such expenses may include administrative costs directly related to:
- the building/maintenance of welfare housing;
- welfare or the help and support of ex-service personnel and their dependants.
Lodgement date
Applications to the trust are processed once each calendar year. Application forms are sent to organisations in March of each year.
The deadline for lodgement of the application form is the last Friday in May (for 2012 it is 25 May 2012).
Receipt of applications will be confirmed by letter sent from the Secretary and payments are finalised at a board meeting in August/September.
If you do not receive a letter acknowledging receipt of your application within two weeks of you sending it, please contact the Secretary on 07 3225 2069.
Where do I submit my application?
Application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary
Anzac Day Trust
GPO Box 69
BRISBANE QLD 4001
Enquiries: +61 7 3225 2069