TIME is running out to apply for one of the new Sport and Recreation Grants being offered by Ipswich City Council.

The Sport and Recreation Grants have replaced the Sport Event Sponsorship program.

Three categories of funding are on offer to sport and recreation organisations.

The following are the new grants that are available:

Sport and Recreation Event Grant: This replaces the sport event sponsorship and will offer a similar level of support. Organisations who are hosting sporting events in the city can apply for funding of up to $10,000 to assist in running the event.

Sport and Recreation Minor Facility Improvements Grant: The facility grant aims to assist local organisation to improve existing community sport and recreation facilities in the city of Ipswich.

Funding of up to $5000 is available for eligible projects and can be used for projects on council owned or managed facilities.

Sport and Recreation Participation Grant: The participation grant aims to assist organisations in running programs that will increase participation and membership in their sport/activity.

Funding of up to $2000 is available for eligible programs.

Round one of all three grants are open and closes on August 31 so get in quick.

To find out more, visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/community/grants_sponsorships/sporting

Download the applicant guidelines from this site to go with your request.

All applications are to be made through the online forms.

If you have any further questions contact Sport Ipswich at sportrecreation@ipswich.qld.gov.au