CO-OPERATIVE BULK HANDLING LIMITED
About
CO-OPERATIVE BULK HANDLING LIMITED, known as CBH Group, is Australia's largest grain grower-owned co-operative. Through its Community Investment Fund, it supports vibrant, thriving, and sustainable grain-growing communities across Western Australia by funding a range of community-led initiatives and partnerships.
Tips for Applicants
Projects must be located within a grain-growing community in WA, align with CBH's values and Community Investment Fund Framework pillars, and be completed within 12 months. CBH generally does not fund existing partners, organisations funded within the past two years (with exceptions), most public/government entities (except schools without P&C or shires for infrastructure), private/commercial projects, individuals, religious/political purposes, discriminatory organisations, ongoing operational expenses, travel/accommodation, vehicles, meals/alcohol, prize money, 100% of project costs, or projects primarily government responsibility. Strong applications clearly demonstrate project importance, expected impact, a detailed budget, and supporting documentation like photos, letters of support, and evidence of local contributions.
Giving Philosophy
As a grower-owned co-operative, CBH Group is committed to investing in and contributing back to the communities where its members and employees live, work, and access services. Their Community Investment Fund is guided by co-operative values, focusing on strategic investments, mutual value, collaboration, and delivering meaningful impact to balance short-term and long-term community needs.
Notable Grants
Giving History
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $3.4M | $1.3B | $2.8B | $2.2B |
| FY2022 | $3.0M | $1.1B | $2.6B | $1.9B |
| FY2021 | $3.2M | $671.4M | $2.1B | $1.7B |
| FY2020 | $1.5M | $545.1M | $2.0B | $1.6B |
| FY2019 | $1.6M | $748.3M | $1.9B | $1.7B |
| FY2018 | $1.8M | $635.6M | $1.9B | $1.6B |
| FY2017 | $1.6M | $691.0M | $1.8B | $1.5B |
| 7yr total | $16.2M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs (from website)
Grass Roots Community Grants
Provides financial support for community-related events (up to $10,000) and small-scale infrastructure projects (up to $20,000) in grain-growing regions of Western Australia. Applications open twice yearly.