WHAT, WHERE, WHEN? Are You Funding Ready? WHAT? CLÁR provides funding for small scale infrastructural projects in rural areas that have suffered significant levels of population decline. The programme is part of the Government’s Project Ireland 2040 Rural Regeneration Programme. … Continued
National Spring Clean is Ireland’s most popular, well recognised and successful anti-litter initiative. Taking place during the whole month of April and now in its 20th year, the campaign encourages every sector of society to actively participate and take responsibility … Continued
APPLY NOW The CLÁR programme (Ceantair Laga Árd-Riachtanais) is a targeted capital investment programme for rural areas which have experienced significant levels of depopulation. The aim of CLÁR is to support the sustainable development of identified CLÁR areas by attracting … Continued
The online map of publicly accessible defibrillators was launched at the Bush Hotel last night, Thurs. 14th March. Members of all the Community Defibrillator Schemes and First Response Groups from all over Leitrim gathered with representatives of Leitrim Gardai and … Continued
The EPA research programme has allocated a budget to provide funding to support workshops, seminars and other events. Normally the amount of funding per event will not exceed €3,000. Funding is provided only for events with a clear relevance to … Continued
What Is The Carmichael Mentoring Programme? To date 74 CEOs and managers of nonprofit organisations have benefited from the Carmichael Mentoring Programme. Carmichael Ireland are now launching the next round of the mentoring scheme. Being the leader of an organisation … Continued
What Is The Ann McGeeney Trust Fund? Ann McGeeney was born on the 3rd June 1962 in Cornonagh, a small townland outside Crossmaglen in South Armagh, Ireland. She began her working life in Crossmaglen as Manager of the newly formed … Continued
Celebrate Your Community with Love Where You Live – Leitrim Time to nominate your community groups and heroes in Leitrim’s Love Where You Live Awards 2019. Last year 108 nominations were received over eight categories of the awards which celebrate … Continued
UPDATE from CONSULTATIONS An initiative of 13 LEADER companies and 13 local authorities bounding the Shannon-Erne systems and Waterways Ireland, coordinated by West Limerick Resources on behalf of the partnership. The aim of the Feasibility Study is to conduct a … Continued
What’s Your Leitrim Heritage? What aspects of Leitrim’s Heritage do you value and want to see celebrated and conserved? Our heritage is all around us and includes cultural traditions, language, music, the natural environment, waterways, buildings, historic towns, archaeology and … Continued
Call for Expressions of Interest – National Walks Scheme Leitrim Development Company are taking expressions of interest from trail management groups and community groups in #Leitrim who wish to apply for inclusion in the Walks Scheme in 2019. For more … Continued
Organisations across Ireland who work on issues of human rights and equality are being invited to apply to the Human Rights and Equality Grant Scheme 2019. The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission will award small grants of up to … Continued
Consultation on Review of Public Participation Network User Guide. Review of the framework for running PPNs: Public Participation Networks have been in existence since 2014. When they were established, guidelines were issued for how they should be run. The latest … Continued
Information Evenings on funding for community groups will be held on: Wednesday the 13th of March 2019 at 7.00 p.m in the Bee Park Community Centre, Manorhamilton, County Leitrim and Wednesday the 20th of March, 2019 at 7.00 p.m in … Continued
Additional funding of €1 million for implementation of the National Drugs Strategy announced The Minister of State with responsibility for Health Promotion and the National Drugs Strategy, Catherine Byrne TD, today announced additional funding of €1 million for implementation … Continued
Please share with your group members Leitrim PPN group members are invited to attend the General, or Plenary, Meeting of Leitrim PPN. This takes place on Wed. April 3rd at 8:00 pm at the Lough Allen Hotel, Drumshanbo. Please … Continued
Regulation of Harmful Online Content and the Implementation of the revised Audiovisual Media Services Directive On Monday 4th March 2019, Minister Bruton made a key note speech at St. Brigid’s GNS, Glasnevin, in which he said that he would introduce … Continued
Supports have been provided to all PPNs to develop a Vision of Community Wellbeing. This follows pilot projects in Longford, Roscommon, Wicklow and Cork City during 2018. You, as the Leitrim PPN members, are asked to develop this during 2019. … Continued
What Is The Aim of the Energy for Generations Fund? The aim of the Energy for Generations Fund is to maximise the impact of the ESB’s investment by taking a more strategic approach to effect change. How Does The Energy … Continued
WHAT IS THE IGNITE FUND? The Ignite Fund is a €550,000 fund created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland in partnership with several private philanthropists and the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department of Rural and Community Development provides … Continued
Community Events Funding Now Available – The Big Helle Leitrim Local Community Development Committee invites Applications from Local Communities who are interested in hosting a Community Event on the May Bank Holiday weekend (4-6 May) 2019. Minister Ring urges … Continued
2019 CLÁR Programme to contain new measures which will greatly benefit rural communities Michael Ring TD, The Minister for Rural and Community Development, announced details of the CLÁR programme for 2019 (01/03/2019) which includes new measures to support rural communities. … Continued
A public meeting of Leitrim Joint Policing Committee will take place on Monday 11th March at 7.30pm in the Bush Hotel in Carrick on Shannon. All members of the public can attend. Members of the public can put … Continued
Save the date – June 15th – Cruinniú na nÓg celebrating creativity in young people Do you have an idea for a creative event for children and young people that you would like to see happen? Cruinniú na nÓg 2019 … Continued
What Grants Does The DM Thomas Foundation Offer? Grants of up to £30,000 are available to registered charities for projects that improve education and health for young people in three key areas; Children and young people with disabilities; Children and … Continued
WHAT IS THE MNÁ NA HÉIREANN, WOMEN OF IRELAND FUND? The Mná na hÉireann, Women of Ireland Fund is a €1.8 million fund over three years created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland in partnership with Bank of America and the … Continued
We are recruiting a Support Worker for Leitrim PPN. Recruiting – Would you like to support the community sector and help facilitate input into decision-making? We need someone to help with the busy day to day duties that keep the … Continued
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has published the terms of reference for a study into the effects of forestry plantation in County Leitrim. The study will be led by Dr. Aine Ni Dhubhain and Dr. Julie Ballweg … Continued
This Time I’m Voting The European elections will take place between 23 and 26 May 2019. In the run up to this event, the European Parliament has started building an online community of supporters for the cause of voting. The idea … Continued
What Is The Tourism And Events Grant Scheme? The aim of the Tourism and Events Grant Scheme is to encourage and support Community and Voluntary Organisations to undertake and implement festival and events, which will promote the well being of … Continued
FLYING THE FLAG FOR COUNTY LEITRIM – Congratulations National Impact – Leitrim County Council in conjunction with Comhairle na nÓg Liatrioma has won a national award for the All Ireland Community & Council Awards 2019, Presented by IPB Insurance and LAMA … Continued
This month sees the return of the annual AOIFE (Association of Festival and Events) Pop Up Advice Clinic to engage with the 30 plus Festivals and event organisers in the County. The Leitrim Advice Clinic will be held in the … Continued
What Is Leitrim Sports Partnership’s Sports Club Programme Grant For? One of the aims of Leitrim Sports Partnership is to increase participation in sport and physical activity among all persons in County Leitrim. Leitrim Sports Partnership is looking to … Continued
Do you live, work, own land, or enjoy walking or hiking in the areas of and surrounding Cuilcagh and Slieve Anierin Uplands? Then CANN’s information sessions are aimed at you. What is CANN? Collaborative Action for the Natura Network (CANN) … Continued
What is Hack Access Sligo? Hack Access Sligo is a competition with a difference, that makes a difference! Competitors are asked to “hack” or solve everyday issues that lead to social exclusion. These issues or barriers are imposed on disabled … Continued
Have you carried out a project that benefits your local community? Do you want to do something that makes a positive difference to the world? If the answer is yes, and you are aged 10-18 years old, then the Aldi Foróige … Continued
What Is The Older Person’s Fund? The Older Persons’ Fund is a long-term philanthropic fund which promotes the civic engagement of older people, as a means of working towards making a difference in their communities. The Fund builds on the … Continued
Is your business or community involved in the food sector in Leitrim? are you interested in funding for capital items such as machinery or equipment to increase your production quality? Are you interested in marketing your business or promoting Leitrim’s food offering … Continued
SDG Advocate Programme Development Perspectives are currently recruiting for our Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) advocate programme. The SDG Advocate programme offers 26 active citizens an opportunity to represent their community, by becoming one of Ireland’s positive changemakers. An 8-month training course will … Continued
The Warmer Homes Scheme is delivering free energy efficiency improvements to the homes of people who are in receipt of certain Welfare payments. The aim of the scheme is to make eligible homes warmer, healthier and cheaper to run. Eligibility: … Continued
Background to Leitrim PPN Research: Leitrim PPN initiated research on wastewater treatment options for single houses in 2018. The research is being carried out by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction and in cooperation with Leitrim County Council. Progress … Continued
The 2019 GLAS traditional farm buildings grant scheme is now OPEN for applications. The Heritage Council, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine manages the GLAS traditional farm buildings grant scheme. Only farmers approved in the Green Low-Carbon … Continued
Feasibility Study for Pilgrim Way along the Shannon Erne Waterway Consultative Workshops/ February 2019 In late 2018, West Limerick Resources, in association with 13 local development companies (LDCs) and thirteen local authorities along the entire Shannon –Erne navigation, commissioned … Continued
Across the Lines is running a fun creative programme for women taking place at the Glens Centre, Manorhamilton. Selfies and Me Fun Facts: More than 1000 selfies are posted on Instagram every second of the day. Millennials spend more than … Continued
Make Ireland Sustainable for All would like to invite local groups and organisations to apply for its small grant programme to support actions and initiatives on the Sustainable Development Goals in Ireland. Grants are available up to a maximum … Continued
The Northern and Western Regional Assembly has prepared a Draft Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy, (RSES) following significant engagement and consultations over this previous 12 months. This includes the formal Pre-Draft RSES consultation that took place between November 2017 and February 2018. … Continued
As you may be aware, Leitrim PPN is working with Sligo Institute of Technology and Leitrim Council on a research project investigating the impact of current Wastewater regulations for single dwellings on planning permissions in the county. This research includes … Continued
Are you applying to go to college this year? Youth Work Ireland North Connaught are holding CAO INFORMATION EVENINGS in Leitrim and Sligo for all those who are thinking of going to college and need advice and tips on filling out their … Continued
What is the Community Hedge Cutting Grant Scheme? This scheme encourages a joint approach with communities and groups of local residents and landowners for the cutting of hedges/trees which need attention along the Public Road Network. The deadline for this … Continued
What Is The Engage And Educate Fund? The Engage and Educate Fund is a €150,000 awards fund created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland in partnership with Mason Hayes & Curran and the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department … Continued
Leitrim County Council at the January Council meeting approved a second business incentive scheme aimed specifically at the Arts Craft and Artisan Food sectors. What Is The Scheme Designed to Do? This scheme is designed to promote the development of … Continued
Four local Wind Farms Carrane Hill, Garvagh Glebe, Black Banks and Tullynahaw have announced the sixth round of their community funds. The funds are valued at a combined value of over €52,000 this year. Eligibility is confined to local community … Continued
The Local Authority Waters Programme have launched an open call for applications to the Community Water Development Fund 2019. The closing date for receipt of applications to the Community Water Development Fund is Tuesday the 12th of February 2019 at … Continued
The Data Protection Commission (DPC) is running a public consultation on issues relating to the processing of children’s personal data and the rights of children as data subjects under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The DPC invites all interested … Continued
Leitrim Heritage Forum is Seeking Nominations What is It? The Leitrim Heritage Forum is a new structure which will form a partnership between Leitrim County Council and heritage stakeholders in Leitrim. They will work together to address heritage priorities, promote … Continued
Each year Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI), depending on the availability of resources, provides support to groups, associations, clubs or other appropriate bodies to assist with Events which meet the aims of the IFI Sponsorship Programme. In Leitrim, the World Pairs … Continued
The Young Ensembles Scheme supports groups of young people between the ages of ten and twenty-four to create or critically engage with ambitious and original work together in any artform. Funding up to €25,000 available.
The Organic Centre, Rossinver is calling for interested applicants to come forward for its ongoing year long subsidised course in Organic Horticulture. The Organic Centre in Leitrim is a charity, which is a leader in its field of organic growing and … Continued
Christmas is a peak time for food waste. People can stock-buy even though the shops are only closed for one day or because they want to spend time with friends and family instead of shopping. To avoid throwing out food, … Continued
Become a Citizen Scientist and Help Biodiversity Ireland to Record Data on Ireland’s Flora and Fauna Although citizen science is a relatively new term, citizens have been participating in and contributing to scientific research for years – Science Citizens. The … Continued
Emergency – If you had an emergency situation with friends or family, at home or out, would you know where to get a defibrillator? Mapping of Leitrim Defibrillators Input from community groups all over Leitrim has resulted in this first … Continued
Useful Information if you ever need to call an ambulance.
Nobody wants to have to call an ambulance but you should always call 112 or 999 in a life-threatening emergency, if someone is seriously ill or injured, and their life is at risk.
Examples of medical emergencies include (but are not limited to)…
Mr John Paul Phelan, T.D., Minister of State with responsibility for electoral reform, has published a consultation document to get the views of the public on a range of proposals to update and modernise the electoral registration process. Why Has … Continued
In support of the Waterways Ireland Heritage Plan 2016-2020 Waterways Ireland have announced that the Heritage in the Community Grants Scheme 2019 is now open for application! A fund of €20,000 has been allocated to assist community based heritage projects … Continued
Leitrim County Council wishes to invite applications under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2019 as operated by the Department of Culture, Heritage, and the Gaeltacht. The purpose of the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) is to assist with the repair … Continued
Leitrim County Council wishes to invite applications for the Historic Structures Fund 2019, as operated by the Department of Culture, Heritage, and the Gaeltacht. The core aims of this fund are to enable larger scale conservation works to be carried … Continued
Heritage Ireland 2030 Is A New National Heritage Plan Heritage Ireland 2030 is the Government’s commitment to a revitalised and refreshed National Heritage Plan. Heritage Ireland 2030 aims to recognise the vital role our heritage plays in our community, … Continued
The Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD) is looking for your views on key topics under consideration to develop a National Strategy on Volunteering (the Strategy). They have provided a background document and a Submission questionnaire (44 questions). The … Continued
Grant funding for alcohol free events and activities in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day 2019 was announced at the recent meeting of the North West Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force. The met in Carrick on Shannon last Thurs.29 Nov. The … Continued
Latest news on Policy Input, Events in Leitrim, Funding, Consultations, Training and Focus on Members. November 2018.
Energia Get Ireland Growing Fund – Community groups and voluntary organisations from all across Ireland are now invited to apply to the Energia Get Ireland Growing and GIY fund 2019, for part of the the €75,000 pool of funding. Groups … Continued
Have your say on EU Proposals to end seasonal clock changes in 2021. Negotiations are still ongoing and your views are welcome.
Taking care of youth mental health is the focus of initiatives launched by the HSE and Jigsaw in recent days. Both recognise the importance of being aware of how you’re feeling and how we can all help ourselves and others.
Leitrim Libraries are celebrating Libraries Ireland Week 2018 this week, with a busy programme of lectures, storytime sessions, class visits, computer classes and much more…
A research report to be launched this Friday finds Family Carers in North Leitrim are under significant pressure in their role being in a rural area brings additional pressures and burdens. Launch – The Sculpture Centre, Manorhamilton, Friday 30th Nov. at 11:30 am.
Forum Theatre – What’s Your Problem? – Identifying Issues and Solutions through theatre of the oppressed As part of getting out and meeting the groups it was a great pleasure to attend and take part in a Forum Theatre Workshop … Continued
Going for Growth is seeking applications from female entrepreneurs – across all sectors – who are strongly focused on growth. Going for Growth is a six-month part-time programme, sponsored by Enterprise Ireland and KPMG, which assists ambitious female entrepreneurs to … Continued
What do you think about forestry in Co. Leitrim? Have your say and be part of policy review for the county. Information collated from responses to the questionnaire will form part of a Leitrim PPN position on Forestry policy submitted for the Council’s policy review.
Forming a Local Environmental Network in Leitrim Are you an individual with an interest in the environment and green issues? Join the Leitrim Local Environmental Network. Local Environmental Networks (LENs) are being set up all around the country as a … Continued
New Foundations 2018: The Irish Research Council funds researchers’ collaboration with civic society The Irish Research Council is pleased to announce New Foundations 2018. This funding call includes an “Engaging Civic Society” strand that specifically facilitates collaboration between researchers and … Continued
The Leitrim Sports Star Awards 2018 will be held on Saturday November 24th in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick on Shannon. Leitrim Sports Partnership have revealed the shortlisted nominees for this years awards: Club of the Year: North Leitrim Athletic Club … Continued
AONTAS, the National Adult Learning Organisation is seeking nominations from adult learning initiatives in Leitrim for the annual STAR Awards 2019. The Adult Education Survey published by the Central Statistics Office in August found that over half of adults in … Continued
The Charities Regulator has launched the Charities Governance Code, which sets the minimum standards, which everyone on the board of a registered charity, should ensure their charity meets in order to effectively manage and control their organisations. “This is a … Continued
The Together for Biodiversity Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the work being carried out by individuals and communities across Ireland to protect our natural environment. Have you or your community been involved in a project to help protect local … Continued
Introduction Ireland’s new National Digital Strategy aims to map out how we can positively embrace digital advances for the benefit of every citizen, business, and community in Ireland. We want to educate and empower all our citizens to embrace digital … Continued
What Is The Sports to Impact Fund? The Sports to Impact Fund has been created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland (SIFI) in partnership with the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department of Rural and Community Development provides match … Continued
What Is The Arts to Impact Fund? The Arts to Impact Fund has been created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland (SIFI) in partnership with the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department of Rural and Community Development provides match … Continued
Nominations are sought: The following vacancies for Leitrim Public Participation Network representation exist and we are seeking nominations: LEADER Evaluation Committee, Leitrim Development Company– Carrick on Shannon Municipal District, 1 woman, 1 youth representative; North West Regional Drug & Alcohol Task … Continued
What Is The Early Childhood Fund? The Early Childhood Fund has been created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland (SIFI) in partnership with the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department of Rural and Community Development provides match funding for … Continued
What Is The EIL Explore programme? The EIL Explore Programme supports participants with an interest in global issues to travel abroad for the purpose of volunteering, cultural immersion, or language education through a variety of awards. This year EIL Explore … Continued
Love Where You Live – Leitrim The winners of the Love Where You Live – Leitrim – 2018 competition were announced last Wednesday. What a wonderful evening was had at Lough Rynn Castle, Mohill. The ceremonies and awards are co-hosted by … Continued
Inspire lifestyle changes to save energy and help tackle climate change. The annual SEAI school competition One Good Idea is open to primary and post primary schools. Inspire People To Make A Difference We all use energy every day at … Continued
Garvagh Glebe Power Ltd (a wholly-owned subsidiary of ESB) has awarded grants under the Wind Farm Community Funds to community and voluntary organisations in Leitrim as part of the fourth round of their wind farm community funds. The funding is … Continued
Tusla, in conjunction with the Child and Family Support Networks are running two social media training courses for the public sector, one advanced and one intermediate. Although the the courses have started there are still some places remaining and if … Continued
mPower – What is it? mPower is 5-year EU-funded project operating in the border counties of Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland. It will create a cross-border service for older people (age 65+) living with long-term conditions. From late 2017 to December 2021, … Continued
Minister Ring announced the two hundred and twenty four rural communities that are to receive funding under Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2018 last week. Of the twenty one million Euro in funding available nationwide Leitrim will receive almost three … Continued
What Is The NeighbourWood Scheme? The Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine’s NeighbourWood Scheme are offering 85% grant aid to develop ‘close-to-home’ woodland amenity projects for local communities. This is a funding package aimed specifically at supporting communities, local authorities … Continued
GRANTS FOR VOLUNTEERS RETURNING TO IRELAND At EIL we believe that perhaps the most significant part of a short-term volunteer programme abroad actually begins when participants return home to Ireland. On a long-term basis, the most effective way in which … Continued
The eight annual ‘Leitrim Sports Star Awards’ will take place on Saturday 24th November 2018 in the Landmark Hotel Carrick on Shannon. The purpose of the awards is to acknowledge Individuals, Sports Clubs, Teams, Schools and Community Volunteers for their … Continued
What Is Agri-Food Tourism? Agri-food tourism broadly is the practice of offering an activity or activities in rural areas to visit areas of well-known agricultural produce and to sample and taste the local or regional cuisine or specialties. Agri-food tourism … Continued
Special offer to Leitrim PPN Member Groups. Leitrim Arts Office are doing a great ‘2 for 1’ ticket offer for Leitrim Writing/Reading groups and PPN member groups for the Iron Mountain Literature Festival this weekend coming. It’s a cracking line-up … Continued
Attention all young writers! The deadline for the Leitrim Guardian 2019 young writers competition is fast approaching. This competition is open to all students in primary and second level education. A winner will be chosen from each level. Entries from … Continued
The Leitrim Guardian aims to represent all areas and parishes throughout county Leitrim. Your help is needed to make sure your area is represented. The call for material for the Leitrim Guardian 2019 issue, the 51st edition, is still open. … Continued
Getting Ireland Brexit Ready – a public information campaign was launched by the government last Thursday. As part of the campaign, public outreach events will be held across the country over successive weeks. Events will take place on the following … Continued
Inside this issue: What’s Happening Updates – Progress and News Diary Dates Training & Opportunities Funding Alerts Sept. 26th 2018 Vol 1, Issue 15 What’s Happening We hope you got through Storm Ali ok and eveyone is back … Continued
DIGITISE THE NATION COURSES IN MANORHAMILTON AND MOHILL A Trainer from Digitise the Nation will be bringing 10 iPads to each session and will coach participants on ‘How To Get Online’ Session 1: Introduction to the Internet Session 2: Introduction … Continued
When out and about and at meetings with groups we hear so often that our people are leaving and how hard it is for shops and businesses to stay open in rural areas. What can we do to reverse the … Continued
Training on Committee Skills for Residents’ Associations Leitrim Residents’ Associations’ Network will provide training on committee skills and leadership for residents associations of local authority estates on 4th October at 7:00 pm in Leitrim Development Company offices in Drumshanbo. The … Continued
Celebrating World Mental Health Week In Leitrim 8th – 14th October 2018 Promoting Mental Wellbeing in Leitrim Everyone in Leitrim is invited to participate in a range of activities to raise awareness about the very important topic of mental health. Events and … Continued
Free Health Screening at the recent Ballinamore Show 2018. Hosted by South Leitrim Primary Care Team and Community Health Forum One hundred and eighteen people availed of free health checks at the Ballinamore Agricultural Show in Co Leitrim, which was held … Continued
A training needs survey was issued by Leitrim PPN last year. The results clearly identified funding as a key issue for groups – accessing and applying for funds. In response to this, Leitrim PPN hosted a Community Finance Information Session … Continued
Good news for Leitrim’s community groups, in addition to the €129,223 announced for Leitrim under the Community Enhancement Programme (CEP) in May of this year an extra €54,048 has been granted to fund projects in Leitrim. The CEP was originally … Continued
Community groups working to prevent crime in can now apply for funding under the 2018 Text Alert Rebate Scheme, to assist them in their work. €150,000 has been made available to local communities across Ireland. This scheme allows Text Alert … Continued
WHAT ARE YOU DOING ON CULTURE NIGHT? On the evening of Friday September 21st, Leitrim comes alive with events across the county. So start planning your evening now – and remember, everything is free! BALLINAMORE Culture BALLINAMORE … Continued
For Youth Workers/Volunteers, The NYCI Youth Arts Programme in partnership with Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board Youth Office invites you to join your colleagues at our: Youth Arts Networking Day & Training Workshop (Using Drama in Youth Work)Date: Tuesday, 18th … Continued
Community Finance and Fundraising were the clear topics of interest to Leitrim PPN members when asked what your groups could use more information on. We are hosting a Community Finance Information Session on Sept. 13th for all Leitrim PPN Members. … Continued
Do you need help with learning English? The Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education & Training Board are running classes in Manorhamilton, Carrigallen and Carrick on Shannon. Sign Up for English Classes: Manorhamilton – Friday 7th September at the Bee … Continued
September is nominated internationally as World Alzheimer’s Month -Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. If you are are planning any activities, events or initiatives in support of World Alzheimer’s month please let the Understand Together team know and … Continued
The application window for Round Two of the Skills and Opportunities Fund 2018 is now open until midday Friday 21st September 2018. Don’t delay in applying because round two of this years funding is the last ever round of the … Continued
What Is The Sports Capital Programme? The Sports Capital Programme is the Government’s primary vehicle for providing support to sports clubs and communities to develop sports infrastructure around the country. Applications can only be made online from 9am on Friday … Continued
What Is This LGBTI+ Initiative? The Department of Children and Youth Affairs is launching this funding initiative to support capacity building in organisations that work with young people. The initiative aims to provide funding to implement evidence-based LGBTI+ training, mentoring, … Continued
Nominations are now open for the 2018 Volunteer Ireland Awards. Over the next few weeks people from all over Ireland will nominate their neighbours, family, friends, colleagues and community supporters for the chance to win a Volunteer Ireland Award. The … Continued
Tullaghan is the only part of Leitrim on the Wild Atlantic Way and it gives our county the shortest coastline in Ireland and in Europe! The community in this seaside village have had a resurgence of activity in the past … Continued
Leitrim Local Community Development Committee is seeking applications for the installation of Renewable Energy Technologies in Communities and Businesses across County Leitrim. Support will be provided for the installation of Solar Water, Solar Electric (Photovoltaic), Wind, … Continued
At a recent workshop on European Funding available to non-profit organisation, Emma Murtagh from The Wheel outlined some of the funds available, the capacity required of groups to apply to funds and gave a detailed view of the Town Twinning … Continued
Sligo Volunteer Centre and Sligo PPN are pleased to be working locally in partnership along with the Carmichael Centre and Volunteer Ireland to deliver a FREE series of short webinars for community, voluntary and charitable organisations. What Is a Webinar? A webinar is a … Continued
Background to the Traveller Leadership Grants 2018 In 2017 a piece of research commissioned by The Community Foundation for Ireland highlighted the fact that Travellers in Ireland are still faced, on a daily basis with a wide range of social … Continued
The Background to the Traveller Identity Grants In 2017 a piece of research commissioned by The Community Foundation for Ireland highlighted that 40% of Travellers had been bullied at school due to their identity. A further 54% said they had … Continued
Leitrim PPN Research Proposal Agreed Sustainable Options for Single House (Domestic) Wastewater Treatment Systems Ongoing work of Leitrim PPN with Sligo Institute of Technology and Leitrim County Council has resulted in the acceptance of a research proposal which explores waste … Continued
Youth Delegates – As part of its Rejuvenating politics initiative, the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe will invite one young person per member State to: come to Strasbourg (France) to take an active part, … Continued
The HSE Memory Technology Resource Room is a room where people with memory difficulties can see and try a range of products to make independent living easier. It is located at St Patrick’s Community Hospital, Carrick on Shannon. Who … Continued
Leitrim Memory Cafe is a safe social gathering for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their families get to chat with each other over a relaxed cuppa. There is also an informative talk by an expert at each cafe. … Continued
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS Age & Opportunity’s arts and culture programme has created an opportunity for a publicly funded care setting and its residents to engage creatively with a visual artist over the course of a number of months. The application … Continued
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Mr Michael Ring T.D., has announced the provision of €500,000 to support the work of Men’s Sheds throughout Ireland. This capital funding provides small grants to individual Men’s Sheds in order to enable them … Continued
United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on 17th October 2018 Event – Public Awareness Funding Initiative Deadline for applications: 12.00 noon, Friday 31st August 2018 The annual UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (UN Day) is a … Continued
What Is Measure Four of CLÁR? Recognising the critical role that volunteer organisations play in the provision of vital services to vulnerable sectors of the community; the Department of Rural and Community Development, through the CLÁR Programme, will provide funding … Continued
Financial support is now available to uplands community based groups to carry out facilitated study visits to improve their capacity to support sustainable development in their upland areas. The Closing Date for Applications is Monday August 27th 2018 at 5pm. Uplands Partnership Management … Continued
What Is The Aim of the Energy for Generations Fund? The aim of the Energy for Generations Fund is to maximise the impact of the ESB’s investment by taking a more strategic approach to effect change. How Does The Energy … Continued
Who Are This Years Social Change Grants Available to? In this year’s Social Change Grants Scheme, grants of up to €7,500 are available to organisations working to address Mental Health issues, in particular for Travellers, victims of Domestic Violence and Refugees. Please see … Continued
Pensions are important to us all. The Government is making proposals to change how the contributory state pension is calculated. The total contributions approach is a way of assessing and calculating a person’s eligibility for a full State pension. Government … Continued
Lifes2Good Foundation Fund Offering Support in West of Ireland Lifes2Good Foundation is an Irish charitable Foundation with a special interest in supporting women and children in situations of vulnerability in the West of Ireland. This year the Foundation is … Continued
Green Energy Grants for Community Groups and Businesses in County Leitrim Leitrim Local Community Development Committee is delighted to announce the launch of a call for applications for the installation of Renewable Energy Technologies in Communities and Businesses across County … Continued
Turn your home into a renewable power station! SEAI are now offering a grant for Solar Photovoltaic (Solar PV) panels for homeowners. About Solar PV The term ‘solar panel’ is often used interchangeably to describe the panels that generate electricity … Continued
The Adult Basic Education service provides literacy and numeracy tuition in a supportive environment for adults who need to develop their skills in reading, writing, spelling, maths, driver theory, family learning, computers, and English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL). … Continued
The 2018/19 Artist and Youth Work Residency Scheme – Open for Applications! Do you have a good idea for a youth arts project in your youth group but require the funding to work with an artist? Applications are now invited … Continued
Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board are currently recruiting for the following training courses. Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial support through allowances etc. so check it out with the ETB and they should be … Continued
Dormant Accounts Fund Action Plan Call for Applications Pobal, on behalf of the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection, invite applications for funding from eligible organisations under the following Dormant Accounts … Continued
Regulation of Lobbying Act 2015 (the Act) The Regulation of Lobbying Act 2015 commenced on 1September 2015. The Act introduced a requirement for those who lobby designated public officials to register and report on their lobbying activities every four months. … Continued
Government Launches Action Plan for Online Safety Including the Be Safe Online Website This week saw the launch the Government’s Action Plan for Online Safety. It’s the first plan of its kind in Ireland and was drawn up following engagement … Continued
Mental health is a matter for all of us. Get involved in World Mental Health Week 2018 by hosting an event in your community. Find out more…
What Is The Rural Regeneration Development Fund? As part of Project Ireland 2040, the Government has committed to providing an additional €1 billion for a new Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (“the Fund”) over the period 2019 to 2027. The … Continued
The Medtronic Foundation focuses on expanding access to quality chronic disease care among underserved populations worldwide, as well as supports health initiatives in communities where Medtronic employees live and give. The purpose of the Medtronic Healthy Communities Fund is … Continued
What Is the Social Policy Network? The Social Policy Network is a forum for people working in voluntary or statutory organisations whose work includes a social policy interest or policy remit. The role of the Network is to: Provide a … Continued
What is the Inclusive Centenaries Scholarship Scheme? In 2016, NUI Galway launched the Inclusive Centenaries Scholarship Scheme to mark Ireland’s Decade of Centenaries and celebrate the diversity of Irish society. This merit-based, national scheme aims to assist high-achieving, second-level school … Continued
During Bliain na Gaeilge 2018 the Irish language will be celebrated through action on five themes: the revival of the language over the last 125 years; the creativity of the language; the vibrancy of the language; the participation of the … Continued
NATIONAL DIALOGUE ON CLIMATE ACTION – IT’S COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TIME! The first of a series of Regional Gatherings under the National Dialogue on Climate Action took place in Athlone, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, on Saturday June 23rd. The National … Continued
The effects of Brexit and are of great concern to us in Leitrim and around the entire Border area and beyond. Dr. Katy Hayward of the Centre for International Borders Research at Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) has written a report … Continued
NOTICE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION ON DRAFT NOISE ACTION PLAN 2018 IN RESPECT OF COUNTY LEITRIM ENVIRONMENTAL NOISE REGULATIONS, 2006 (S.I. No. 140 of 2006) Leitrim County Council invite submissions from the public on the draft Noise Action Plan 2018, prepared … Continued
Leitrim County Childcare Committee is delighted to announce that the Childminding Grant 2018 Application Process is now open. The Childminding Development Grant offers up to €1,000 for people providing, or intending to provide, a home based childminding service. If you … Continued
INVITATION -COME ALONG AND FIND OUT MORE ABOUT MAKING DECISIONS FOR LEITRIM Leitrim Public Participation Network is made up of community and voluntary groups across Leitrim. If you enjoy community activities it’s more than likely you’re part of the membership. … Continued
The Community Benefit category at the KPMG Irish Independent Property Industry Awards will be judged under two areas of investment: Civic Projects & Initiatives in excess of €100,000 investment Local projects up to €100,000 investment Projects that involve the community … Continued
While we are enjoying the good weather, it’s important to remember that heat can affect our health. Met Éireann has indicated that temperatures will hit 27 degrees Celsius and higher during the week. This has resulted in an alert being … Continued
What Is The Leitrim Photography Competition 2018? Leitrim County Council invite submissions from amateur photographers for the Leitrim Photography Competition 2018. The competition gives amateur photographers the chance to show Leitrim County Council why they love Leitrim. The competition is … Continued
SKILLS FOR WORK If you work in the retail, manufacturing or hospitality sectors you can obtain free training in computer skills, using the internet, customer service and personal effectiveness. For more information contact Pamela on 0867015102 or email pamelazarb@skillsforwork.ie
A great crowd attended the Good Energies Alliance Ireland (GEAI) and IT Sligo conference last week. The event launched the Powerful Communities programme for the North West. Speakers from GEAI, IT Sligo, Western Development Commission, Tipperary Energy Agency, Sustainable Energies … Continued
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS MEASURING OUTCOMES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ENGAGED WITH YOUTH SERVICES The Department of Children and Youth Affairs (DCYA) invites submissions from individuals or organisations with an interest in youth, personal or social services in relation to measuring outcomes … Continued
Inside this issue: Overview Upcoming Events Funding Reports Consultations June 20th 2018 Vol 1, Issue 12 Summer in Leitrim The schools are closing and towns and villages across Leitrim are gearing up for their Summer Festivals. Many of … Continued
Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board are currently recruiting applicants for the certified courses in Payroll & Bookeeping, Healthcare Services, Hospitality and Workplace computer Applications.
VOLUNTEERING IN CO. LEITRIM: Leitrim Volunteering Information Service recently surveyed the community to assess the training and support needs of groups and organisations in Co. Leitrim. It’s an interesting read for all voluntary groups.
Remembering Leitrim’s War Dead seeks to explore ways to remember and commemorate the men and women of Leitrim who were affected by the First World War. It aims to develop a consensus of ideas around a World War 1 remembrance project.
Facilitated consultations will take the form of public workshops, focus group meetings and one to one meetings.
Would you like to grow and enhance your volunteering programme with E-voc ? The E-voc online training programme is a free opportunity to add a new dimension to your volunteers’ experiences. It is a free new on-line training course on … Continued
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards aim to celebrate the inspiring and innovative work being carried out by the thousands of individuals, organisations, groups and sports clubs all over Ireland who benefit from National Lottery Good Causes funding. Projects can win up to €35,000 for their own work in their community.
The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme is part of the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development and provides funding for the development of new outdoor recreational infrastructure or the necessary maintenance, enhancement or promotion of existing outdoor recreational infrastructure in Ireland. … Continued
Our Public Libraries 2022 – the new five year library strategy. The Department for Rural and Community Development launched it’s new five year library strategy “Our Public Libraries 2022” last week. The strategy shows that Ireland’s 330 Libraries and … Continued
First Fortnight are delighted and proud to be hosting Europe’s Mental Health Arts Festival in January 2019 What Will They be Accepting? They will be accepting submissions from Irish and European based artists working in any medium for the festival, … Continued
What Is The Dormant Accounts Fund Action Plan Mental Health Initiative For Travellers? Under the Dormant Accounts Fund 2017-2019 Action Plan €500000 has been allocated to develop Traveller mental health initiatives, to improve mental health outcomes for Travellers and to … Continued
What is the National Pyjama Day Fund? Pyjama Day is Early Childhood Ireland’s national fundraising day and this year their members all over Ireland organised Pyjama Days in their communities. The funds raised will now go to support children aged … Continued
Grants For New and Existing Parent and Toddler Groups Are you part of an existing Parent and Toddler group or are you in an area that has no Parent and Toddler group and would like to set up one. Leitrim … Continued
You may remember that we highlighted the formation of the Loneliness Task Force earlier this year and asked you to help them in their survey. The results of that survey and research have been released today. CLICK ON THE IMAGE … Continued
The Department of Rural and Community Development has announced funding for outdoor recreation amenities. The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme is part of the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development. It provides funding that supports outdoor recreational infrastructure. There are three … Continued
The Community Enhancement Programme is now open for applications. The programme provides funding to communities across Ireland to enhance facilities in disadvantaged areas. It builds on and replaces the Communities Facilities Scheme and RAPID programme.
What does that mean in practice? Well, it means that if you are looking for tables and chairs or equipment up to €1000, you apply under the smaller fund. If your community is looking for capital funds for a project that is valued over €3000 then you go for the bigger fund.
What is the Patagonia International Grants Programme? Through their international grants programs, Patagonia, the outdoor activities and sports retailer, funds environmental work that takes place within the following countries: Canada, Chile, Argentina, Japan, Korea, Australia, United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, … Continued
The 2018 Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund is now accepting applications, which must be made to your local authority. The deadline for all applications is 5pm on Weds, 20 June 2018. What Is the Local Agenda 21 Partnership Fund? … Continued
What is The Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme? The Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme, established by the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan, T.D., seeks to encourage local peatland communities, local groups, local schools and individuals to engage with … Continued
Free Workshops – Community Education NUI Galway is offering a series of free workshops throughout the month of June. The workshops offer a range of practical tools that can help us use our life skills to produce better outcomes for … Continued
WHAT IS THE COCA-COLA THANK YOU FUND? Since its inception, the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund has awarded €855,000 to 70 non-profit organisations across Ireland. From promoting healthy lifestyles to bolstering educational programmes aimed at young people and revitalising museums and … Continued
What is the National Youth Film and Animation Bursary? The Irish Film Board in association with the Irish Youth Foundation and Young Irish Film Makers are funding this unique bursary aimed at supporting young people living in disadvantaged circumstance … Continued
GRANTS FOR VOLUNTEERS RETURNING TO IRELAND At EIL we believe that perhaps the most significant part of a short-term volunteer programme abroad actually begins when participants return home to Ireland. On a long-term basis, the most effective way in which … Continued
What is Healthy Leitrim? Healthy Ireland is a government-led initiative which aims to create an Irish society where everyone can enjoy physical and mental health and where well-being is valued and supported at every level. Leitrim County Council through the … Continued
What Do You Think? The Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD) is taking the lead this year in producing the ‘Be Winter Ready’ leaflet. The focus this year will be on ‘Community Supports’ and DRCD would welcome input from … Continued
Community Enhancement Programme The Minister Mr Michael Ring TD, announced a new community funding programme in the Ardnacassa estate in Longford Town yesterday – Thurs 31st May. The Community Enhancement Programme (CEP) will provide €129,223 funding for Co. Leitrim in 2018. The CEP programme replaces and builds … Continued
Europe for Citizens Funding for Community and Cultural Groups What do you think when you think about Town Twinning? You probably picture signs on the outskirts of towns and formal agreements between municipalities all over Europe. But, did you know … Continued
International Men’s Health Week (MHW) always begins on the Monday before Father’s Day and ends on Father’s Day itself. During 2018, it will run from Monday 11th until Sunday 17th June. It is celebrated in many European countries, as well as in … Continued
Closing Date for Applications is 5pm on Thursday 7th June 2018 The HSE has been allocated National Lottery Funding for distribution to community based groups and voluntary organisations under the Respite Care Grant Scheme and the National Lottery Grant Scheme. Groups and … Continued
A national initiative from VOICE (Voice of Irish Concern for the Environment) is educating people on what can go in their recycling bin and how to reduce bin contamination. It is available FREE of charge to community groups, businesses and at events.
Whether you are a voluntary group, a company or an individual, if you hold or process personal data in anything but a private capacity, GDPR applies to you or your organisation. This is a short guide to getting on the road to compliance, and should be seen as the minimum you need to do; you will have to adapt this guide to the needs of your organisation. For small groups that do not hold sensitive information about people this should not be a problem if you have done the following by Friday 25th May 2018.
The Community Foundation for Ireland is offering one grant of €10,000 and five grants of €5,000 to organisations who are undertaking new projects that aim to protect, enhance, restore or create biodiverse habitats, or protect and provide shelter and/or food sources for native Irish species. … Continued
Inside this issue: In this issue Upcoming Events Reminders Funding Public Consultations May 18th 2018 Vol 1, Issue 10 In this issue… Lots of funding reminders and opportunities for projects including Open Call for Creative Ireland and free training … Continued
Connect with an artist in Leitrim for the Creative Ireland Open Call. Just send in your details and the arts office in Leitrim will find you an artist for your project. You don’t even need to know what you want to do yet.
Concerns for the safety of young and old were foremost at the recent public meeting of Leitrim’s Joint Policing Committee in Manorhamilton earlier in the month.
Does your organisation struggle with its Annual Report ? If so, you are not alone. The Community Foundation for Ireland has given over 35 organisations a grant of €1,000 to help them produce their annual reports. They still have funds … Continued
Rehab want to identify the main transport access issues and campaign to get transport conditions for people with disabilities improved. The ‘Access to Transport’ survey, looks at the wider issues such as access to public transport, the cost of public transport and other transport issues.
APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER SCHEME GRANTS 2018 OPEN Applications for the Summer Scheme Grants 2018 are now open! This grant is available for voluntary groups to provide recreational and educational activities to children aged 0 – 12 years. If you would … Continued
The GSK Ireland IMPACT Awards offers €60,000 in funding to up to 10 community-based healthcare charities. GSK has unveiled the annual ‘GSK Ireland IMPACT Awards’ which recognise and reward community-based charities who contribute to the improvement of people’s health and … Continued
Would you like a garden from Bloom 2018 for your community? The HSE is now inviting applications from organisations that could share the garden with the community. Applications close on Friday 18th May so you need to be quick.
Rachel Fitzgerald Feeley from Breast Cancer Ireland runs FREE information sessions to women’s/community groups/women in the workplaces etc on the signs and symptoms of breast cancer. Breast Cancer Awareness She is available to talk to women’s groups in across … Continued
The North West Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force invites applications for the 2018 Small Grants Scheme for once-off funding to Community and Not-for-profit Voluntary groups / agencies who are working to tackle drug and alcohol misuse in counties Sligo, Leitrim … Continued
Do you think that there is a need for a dedicated Volunteer Centre in Leitrim?
Leitrim Development Company is currently applying for a Volunteer Centre for Leitrim. A Volunteer Centre provides a link between people interested in volunteering and non-profit groups looking for volunteers. These centres advertise for volunteers on behalf of groups and refer interested people to these groups. A volunteer centre would have dedicated staff and facilities to carry out this service and others that would help community groups.
In order to assist with this, Leitrim Development Company would be grateful if your group, could take the time to fill out the questionnaire below and return it to them by the 18th May 2018.
Public defibrillators are a valuable resource for communities in the event of an emergency. Recent community meetings have highlighted the fact that there is no central list of the location of these units in Leitrim. Leitrim PPN is involved in a cooperative project with Leitrim Volunteering Information Service (VIS) and supported by the National Ambulance Service (NAS) aiming to rectify this. We need your help.
Creative Ireland Open Call 2018 seeks applications from communities getting creative in partnership with artists, archaeologists, heritage groups and more. Three workshops are being held in Leitrim to help you make the best of this process and the funding application. See more…
Leitrim County Council is now inviting Expressions of Interest from town/village community and business interests for inclusion in The Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2018. The Scheme has an allocation of €15 Million and is an initiative under the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development, Realising our Rural Potential, and the recently announced Project Ireland 2040, and is designed to help rural Ireland achieve its full economic and social potential. It is part of a package of national and local support measures to rejuvenate rural towns and villages throughout Ireland.
Closing date for Expressions of Interest is 4 pm on Wednesday 23rd May. Read on for more details and form.
Leitrim County Council is now inviting Expressions of Interest from town/village community and business interests for inclusion in The Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2018. The Town and Village Renewal Scheme is an initiative under the Government’s Action Plan for … Continued
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MSLETB Adult Educational Guidance Service in Sligo is free to people aged 16 years and up who are seeking educational advice or guidance counselling, especially if they are looking to return to education or have found it difficult to find … Continued
Leitrim County Council buildings will be lighting up green to end mental health stigma as part of See Change’s 6th National Green Ribbon campaign this May. You are also invited to take part by organising an event in your area … Continued
The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, have officially launched the LEADER Food Initiative a €15 million fund for the artisan/small food and beverage businesses. The LEADER Food Initiative will … Continued
The Citizens Information Board (CIB), which funds all Citizens Information Services (CIS) and Money Advice and Budgeting Services (MABS), is currently in the process of establishing ten new Regional Citizens Information Service and Money Advice and Budgeting Service Boards under … Continued
“Use Your Brain Not Your Fists” is an initiative by young people for young people, reflecting the dire consequences of momentary senseless madness, more often than not as a result of alcohol and or substance abuse. The content is powerful and thought-provoking and has been inspired and motivated by the death of Andrew Dolan from Carrick and the catastrophic injuries suffered by Shane Grogan from Tuam, following senseless and unprovoked attacks.’
Traveller and Roma Pride Week funding As part of its remit, the Equality Division endeavours to promote positive communications in relation to the Traveller and Roma Communities. This call is for proposals for funding to host events promoting Traveller and … Continued
Do You Require Funding For A Children’s Health And Wellbeing Group In Your Local Community? The Applegreen Blossom Fund could be the answer to your funding needs. Applegreen in partnership with the Irish Youth Foundation is providing €124,000 to fund … Continued
Enterprise Ireland’s €1 million Competitive Start Fund (CSF) for Female Entrepreneurs will open for applications on Tuesday, 1st May, 2018 and completed applications must be in by the 15th May at 3pm. Up to €50,000 in equity funding is available … Continued
If you need any research data to support funding applications there’s a new report out on the value of Social Enterprise to the Irish economy. CPA Ireland officially launched its “Social Enterprise Report – The Irish and International Landscapes” today … Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) is an internationally recognised youth mentoring programme that forms supportive friendships for young people inspiring them to brighter futures. Big Brothers Big Sisters nationally and internationally is proven through research to improve young people’s well … Continued
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Active Leitrim – Sports/Physical Activity Grant Programme Application Guidelines 2018. Leitrim Sports Partnership 2018 Sports Club Development Grant Leitrim Sports Partnership is delighted to announce the 2018 “Active Leitrim” Sports / Physical Activity Grant Programme. An ideal Club Development Grant. … Continued
Funding available for National Bike Week 2108 Events in Leitrim. National Bike Week 2018 takes place from 9th – 17th June 2018 National Bike Week was launched in 2009 to raise the profile of cycling as a healthy and fun … Continued
Social justice Ireland is offering the following training: Data Protection for PPNs Social Analysis and Statistics for effective Pre-Budget Submissions To facilitate demand, both topics will be covered over the course of a full day on the following dates: 16th … Continued
Are you ready for GDPR? The introduction of the new EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on 25th May 2018 will mean a host of changes for all organisations, regardless of size or sector, that handle the data of EU … Continued
The Local Authority Waters & Communities Office are pleased to announce the launch of an open call for applications to a Community Water Development Fund 2018. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 28 May at 19.00hrs. The Community … Continued
