Community groups in the Ashburton District with an upcoming project that needs funding are being invited to submit their applications for the Council's community grants and funding, which are now open until Friday 28 February.

Eight grants are open for applications and these are: Biodiversity, Community Library, Community Agency and Projects, Community Events, Community Infrastructure, Heritage, School Holiday Programme and Sport Development.

Ashburton District Mayor, Neil Brown says the grants play a key role in supporting local initiatives.

"There are some wonderful programmes and projects happening each year for the benefit of our community, and the Council's grants and funding is designed to help groups deliver these projects. Last year, we distributed close to $1.2 million.

"Help make your project a reality for our community by applying for the Council grants and funding by the end of this month."​

Criteria and application forms for each grant are available on the Council website​.

Applications are welcome until 5pm, Friday 28 February 2020.​