Council grants to community organisations

29 June 2018

Various organisations are the beneficiaries of Ipswich City Council’s monthly community and cultural funding programs.

Arts and Community Development Committee Chairperson Cr Kylie Stoneman said funds under the Community Development Grants Program had gone to:

1.             The Queensland Branch of the Australian Medical Association (AMA Qld): $1,164 towards the hire of a marquee and the purchase of two blood pressure monitor kits to support the organisation’s Health Hub attendance at the Springfield Twilight Markets on 5 October.

Funding under the Cultural Grants Program had gone to:

1.             Divine Mercy Church: $2,000 towards first aid, uniforms and entertainment for the Rally Unto The Nations (R.U.N.) Multicultural Festival at Robelle Domain, Springfield Central, on 29 September. The annual event focuses on celebrating and promoting community cohesion.

Cr Stoneman said the various events would benefit a large cross section of the community.

Council allocated $140,000 for the Community Development Grants Program and $20,000 for the Cultural Grants Program for the 2017-18 financial year.

The programs provide funding for purposes including community infrastructure, purchase of equipment, community development projects, and cultural occasions, festivals or events. For more information on how to apply, visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au

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