TENNIS QUEENSLAND EMERGENCY DISASTER RELIEF FUND

Tennis Queensland acknowledges the significant effects these disasters can have on tennis clubs, associations, and the broader community within impacted areas. To support the tennis community during these events, Tennis Queensland has created the Tennis Queensland Emergency Disaster Relief Fund. The purpose of the Emergency Disaster Relief Fund is to provide critical support to Tennis Queensland affiliates that have experienced significant infrastructure damage due to a natural disaster.

Eligibility

To be eligible for support through the Fund, applicants must meet all the following criteria:

1. Be a current TQ affiliate
2. Have experienced significant damage to club-operated infrastructure as a direct result of an eligible natural disaster, resulting in affiliates being unable to resume normal operations without immediate clean-up or recovery assistance
3. Have legal or documented tenure over the affected infrastructure (e.g. ownership, lease, or license agreement)*

*Not-applicable for non-facility affiliates/associations

Eligible Costs

• Replacement of damaged equipment that directly relates to the re-establishment of activities (including office and canteen equipment)
• Payment of services and hire costs, and purchase of equipment and tools to assist in short term clean-up of facilities.
• Reimbursement for the purchase of the above made from the date of the relevant disaster.
• Funds to repair or replace when this is lower than the premium excess set by the insurance provider may be eligible. Excess coverage for insurance claims**

**costs recovered through insurance claim payments or other sources are not eligible under this program Please note that this scheme is not intended to address superficial damage, nor is it meant for general maintenance. It is not a substitute for insurance or other funding sources but rather acts as supplementary support to help clubs recover from the immediate and significant impacts of an eligible natural disaster.

Application Process

How to Apply: Applicants must complete the Tennis Queensland Emergency Disaster Relief Fund Application Form.  Supporting Documents: To ensure a fair and transparent process, the following documentation may be asked for during the application process: Proof of infrastructure tenure (e.g., lease or ownership documentation) • Detailed description of damage and impact on operations • Photographic evidence of damage • Quotes or invoices for clean-up costs or replacement item, if applicable • Bank details for reimbursement or payment processing Submission Timeframe Applications must be submitted within two weeks of the date of the eligible natural disaster event to be eligible for assessment. Late submissions will be reviewed at TQ’s discretion, subject to available funding. Processing Times Applications will be assessed as they are received and processed as promptly as possible, with an indicative processing time of five business days.

Assessment Criteria

Applications will be assessed against the following criteria: Severity of impact: Extent of physical and operational disruption to club infrastructure and activities Recovery timeframe: Time required to restore operations Evidence provided: Clarity, completeness, and reliability of the supporting documentation Eligibility compliance: Alignment with Fund objectives and scope

Contact Information:

For more information or assistance with your application, please contact your local Tennis Development Officer (TDO).