Well done to all of you for getting your grant applications submitted. It’s a big job for all voluntary groups but can provide great rewards.The applications are being processed and assessed currently. Recommendations will be made to the LCDC and it is thought that applications will be approved by mid to late September. Good Luck and we await the announcements.

Leitrim PPN Members were well represented at a recent workshop on EU Funding presented by Emma Murtagh from The Wheel. The event was co-hosted by European Information Direct Centre (EDIC), Sligo and Sligo and Leitrim PPNs.

EU funding is considered a minefield by many. How do you find out about it, what’s suitable , how to get partners and how to apply are just some of the oft-asked questions. Emma’s presentation provided a useful overview of the range of funding and the capacity needed to apply. She provided useful brainstorming templates and detailed information on Europe For Citizens’ Town Twinning Fund.

Full details of the presentations and templates for workshopping can be found HERE.

The coming months will be busy for everyone as the summer ends and many community activities start up again for the Autumn. Here are some of the dates you might want to note in your diary. Meetings that have PPN Representation are included where we have them. In general, questions or agenda items need to be submitted at least a week in advance. Best advice is just get in touch when the matter arise.

10^th Sept              Safe Talk for World Suicide Prevention Day, Mohill
13^th Sept              Community Finances Information Session
14^th Sept              Peace IV Partnership Meeting
18^th Sept              SPC  for Economic Development, Enterprise and Planning
20^th Sept              Ballinamore Municipal District Meeting – TBC
25^th Sept              SPC for Environment, Transport and Infrastructure
26^th Sept              SPC for Housing and Social & Cultural Development
27^th Sept              NW Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force Meeting
27^th Sept              Carrick on Shannon Municipal District Meeting – TBC
1^st Oct                   Joint Policing Committee Meeting
4^th Oct                   Manorhamilton Municipal District Meeting – TBC
7-13 Oct               World Mental Health Week
10^th Oct                 Love Where You Live Awards
11-12 Oct             National PPN Conference, Athlone
7^th Nov                  Leitrim PPN Plenary
13^th Nov               SPC  for Economic Development, Enterprise and Planning
20^th Nov               SPC for Environment, Transport and Infrastructure
21^st Nov                SPC for Housing and Social & Cultural Development
26^th Nov               NW Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force Meeting
3^rd Dec                  Joint Policing Committee Meeting

When: Thursday Sept. 13th, 2018, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Lough Allen Hotel, DrumshanboLate last year Leitrim PPN Member groups were asked what topics they wanted help with and funding and being grant ready came through as a clear winner.

Presented by Leitrim PPN, this information session will bring speakers from funding agencies and community banks together to give helpful tips about funding applications and raising match and bridge funding for your projects.

Find out about:

If you have memory issues or care for a loved one with Alzheimers or dementia there are two articles on our website that might be of interest to you.

The 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.  For more CLICK HERE.

The Leitrim Memory Cafe has announced its dates for 2018/2019. This informal grouping provides 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. For more CLICK HERE.

Certified Courses
September is a great time to take up new activities and there are loads of opportunities for study. This might be a course that is certified and helps you in your life or just something you might enjoy learning more about.  For accredited courses make sure to check out the course on offer in your local centres. Check out the full range of course available through Education & Training Board.
CLICK HERE

Sligo Volunteer Centre and Sligo PPN are hosting webinars – online learning – for matters relating to running your voluntary group. For More CLICK HERE.

Uplands Study Visit Grant                                                      Closing 27^th Aug at 5 pm
UN Day for the Eradication of Poverty                                   Closing 31^st Aug at 12:00 pm
CLÁR Support for Mobility and Cancer Care Transport         Closing 31^st Aug
Additional Funding for Mens Sheds                                        Closing 31^st Aug at 5 pm
Green Energy Grants for Community and Businesses           Closing  14^th Sept at 5 pm
Traveller Leadership Grants 2018                                          Closing 20^th Sept
Traveller Identity Grants                                                         Closing 20^th Sept
Social Change Grants Scheme 2018                                    Closing 28^th Sept at 4 pm