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We are a leading not-for-profit organisation supporting Queensland primary producers, businesses and their communities

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About Rural Solutions Queensland

Rural Solutions Queensland (RSQ) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the sustainability of primary producers, small businesses and their communities in Queensland. Founded in 2006, we have received consecutive funding from the Australian Government and Queensland Government to deliver services. Staff are based locally across 22 local government areas from Brisbane to Western Queensland.

The programs we currently deliver include:

In addition, we have the capability to deliver targeted grant funding. Funding programs have included household and individual support initiatives and focussed small business support grants.

Our mission, vision and values

Mission

Our mission is to contribute positively to the sustainability of Queensland communities.

Vision

Our vision is to be a highly respected provider of valued services to rural and small businesses and their communities.

Values

Our values are at the heart of what we stand for and guide how we work with each other, our stakeholders and the wider community. Our values include:

Respect
Innovation
Integrity
Confidentiality
Professionalism.

Key features of our organisation

Governance

Our skill-based Board features seven directors with experience in law, accountancy, public administration, advocacy and general management.

Charity

We are a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and are committed to supporting and empowering Queensland.

Benevolent institution

We’re recognised by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission as a public benevolent institution due to our long-running delivery of benevolent relief.

Deductible gift recipient

Endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office, we are entitled to receive income tax deductible gifts and gift contributions from donors.

Tax concessions

We are exempt from fringe benefits tax, income tax and hold a GST concession. Therefore, 100% of funds provided to us support service delivery.

Leadership

Engaging a permanent Chief Executive Officer, Operations and Communications Teams, we pride ourselves on the professional delivery of targeted programs.

Longevity

As we have consistently grown and expanded our service delivery for nearly 20 years, we have a demonstrated capability to scale up and meet both your requirements and the needs of clients.

Impact

Supporting >12,000 clients across nearly all industries and most Queensland areas has provided us with the know-how to ensure your funding achieves the impact you planned.

Our brands

We currently operate 3 brands. Depending on your needs, services can be delivered via these well-respected identities or a customised approach can be discussed.