We provide financial and emotional support to ensure every child of a Queensland Police family has the opportunity to reach their potential.
Our mission is to provide meaningful financial support, educational assistance, and emotional encouragement to the children of Queensland Police families. We work to ensure that every young person affected by loss or hardship has access to the resources, stability, and opportunities they need to continue growing with confidence. Through scholarships, programs, and community-driven care, we help create pathways that strengthen their future.
Our vision is a future where every child of a Queensland Police family feels empowered to reach their full potential, regardless of the challenges they face. We strive to build a supportive foundation that nurtures resilience, inspires hope, and removes barriers to education and opportunity. By standing beside these families, we aim to cultivate generations of strong, capable individuals who can thrive personally, academically, and within their communities.
Queensland Police Legacy was established on 17 June 1971 by a group of Queensland Police Officers who wanted to ensure that the dependent families of their fellow officers were never left without ongoing support. The organisation was formally incorporated in 1972 and has operated independently ever since.
In 2004, eligibility was expanded to include the families of Queensland Police Officers whose spouse or partner had also been lost. This was further extended in 2006 to include families where a parent is facing a terminal illness, ensuring Queensland Police Legacy can stand beside officers and their children during the most difficult moments.
Over more than 55 years, Queensland Police Legacy has remained committed to helping police families build strong, hopeful futures. Since our establishment, we have supported 291 Queensland Police families and funded the educational expenses of 517 legatee children, made possible through the generosity of police officers, donors and community partners.
What We Do
From education to emotional care, we provide support that strengthens young lives.
We help children access the schooling and resources their parents intended, including financial assistance for fees, uniforms, books and technology.
We fund activities and experiences that build confidence, independence and personal growth, from sport and music to camps and career development.
We create meaningful connections through events and programs that ensure families never face their challenges alone.
We provide caring guidance during difficult times, helping families navigate loss, financial stress and major life changes with support that is always practical and personal.
Our Impact
These figures grow every year thanks to the generosity of Queensland Police, donors, and supporters.
Children who have received educational and wellbeing support through Queensland Police Legacy.
Years standing beside Queensland Police families through loss, hardship, and change.
Providing education, support and opportunities.
In financial assistance, education support, and programs for families across Queensland.
Meet Our Board
Guided by experienced Queensland Police officers dedicated to serving families with integrity and accountability.
President / Detective Senior Sergeant
Vice President / Senior Constable
Treasurer / Superintendent
Assistant Treasurer / Senior Sergeant
Board Member / Sergeant
Board Member / Senior Sergeant
Board Member / Senior Constable
Board Member/ Senior Sergeant
Board Member / Sergeant
Board Member / Sergeant
Board Member / Senior Sergeant
Board Member / Senior Sergeant
With the generous support of our community and corporate partners, we continue to provide vital assistance to Queensland Police families. Their commitment helps us deliver education support, life opportunities, community programs, and emotional care for children and dependants across the state.
Still Have Question?
Queensland Police Legacy supports the dependent families of Queensland Police Officers, as well as families of serving or retired officers whose spouse or partner has also been lost, and families where a parent is facing a terminal illness. Eligibility focuses on ensuring dependent children receive the stability and opportunities their parents intended.
You can make a one-off or recurring donation, purchase merchandise from our store, contribute via payroll deduction (for QPS members), or explore corporate partnership opportunities. Every contribution directly supports Queensland Police families.
All donations go directly to supporting Queensland Police families. Queensland Police Legacy does not receive government funding, so public donations are vital to maintaining our programs.
Please contact our office via the contact form on this website and our team will guide you through the eligibility and application process.
Yes. Queensland Police Legacy is a Public Benevolent Institution with Australian Taxation Office Deductible Gift Recipient status. All donations of $2 and over are fully tax-deductible.
Your donation helps provide education, stability, and long-term support for the families of Queensland police officers.
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