A Yeerongpilly-based organisation has been named among the first recipients of a new veterans grants program, with the Legacy Club of Brisbane included in the inaugural round.
Yeerongpilly Organisation Among First Recipients
The Legacy Club of Brisbane, based in Yeerongpilly, is among 33 organisations selected to receive funding in the program’s first round.
A total of $1.5 million has been allocated across the recipients, supporting projects connected to veterans and their communities.
The organisations named include schools, community groups and ex-service organisations across Queensland, reflecting a broad spread of recipients in the inaugural round.
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Funding Supports Memorials And Community Projects
The grants are intended to support practical works such as building upgrades and refurbishments, along with the creation or restoration of war memorials, avenues of honour and memorial gardens.
Funding can also be used for activities and events that recognise the contribution of current and former service personnel while promoting community awareness.
The program includes both capital works funding and support for community-based initiatives, with further rounds expected as part of a four-year funding commitment.
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Families Behind The Work In Yeerongpilly
The inclusion of the Legacy Club of Brisbane links the program to the work of Legacy Australia, which supports the partners and children of veterans who have died or been injured during service.
Stories shared through Legacy’s community illustrate the impact of that support. One family described how a young child, who lost her father to a service-related illness, was able to maintain a sense of connection through Legacy’s ongoing assistance.
Another account highlights a single parent managing financial pressure while raising children, with support helping stabilise day-to-day living and access to essential needs.
Established in 1923, Legacy continues to provide services aimed at ensuring families are not left at a financial or social disadvantage following loss or injury linked to military service. Across Australia, the organisation supports more than 28,000 beneficiaries.
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Yeerongpilly Connection In Ongoing Program
The presence of a Yeerongpilly-based recipient places the suburb within the list of organisations selected in the inaugural funding round.
The program allocates $6 million over four years, with projects expected to begin by March 2026 and completion timelines extending over the following years depending on the type of grant.
Through funding for infrastructure and community initiatives, the program supports organisations that continue to recognise and commemorate the service of current and former personnel.
Published 15-Apr-2026
