Alton Town Council’s grants scheme is now open to applications.

The total sum available is set by the council during its budget process and the grants are to assist local organisations and clubs with projects or costs.

Community Grants are awarded annually at the full council meeting in January or February for the forthcoming financial year. Applications must be submitted by December 31.

These grants, of up to £10,000, are awarded to organisations judged to contribute to the whole community but not usually capable of covering their full running costs - organisations can use these grants to cover part of their costs.

Event and Project Grants are awarded throughout the year to assist organisations or clubs with special projects or one-off costs which cannot be met by their normal income. These can be of up to £1,000, although most are £500 or less.