RAPID Funding for Leitrim
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 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
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
The Human Rights and Equality Grant Scheme 2018 is now open for applications. The aim of this scheme is to encourage leadership and excellence with a view to creating a deeper culture of human rights and equality in Ireland. … 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
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
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.
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
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
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
Getting funds to keep your communities running and thriving is one of the biggest challenges faced by voluntary groups. You know what your community needs and you know what you would like to do but how are you going to … 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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
What is the Quality and Capacity Building Initiative Funding Initiative? The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs Dr Katherine Zappone TD, has launched a new €2m fund to support ‘ground-breaking and new proposals’ to support disadvantaged young people. This … Continued
FREE SMOKE ALARMS FOR VULNERABLE HOUSEHOLDS Following on from Leitrim County Council’s successful Smoke Alarm Scheme last year, Free smoke alarms are again being offered to vulnerable households in 2018. Under the community smoke alarm scheme, two 10 year battery … Continued
The Women’s Fund for Ireland is a long-term philanthropic fund established by the Community Foundation for Ireland in 2010
The Creative Ireland Open Call is a county wide open call to community groups, organisations, venues, artists, writers, performers, archaeologists, historians, archivists and everyone involved in the culture and creative sectors to develop high quality projects and programmes that enable … Continued
Cruinniú na nÓg celebrating creativity in young people Do you have an idea for an event for children and young people celebrating culture and creativity that you would like to see happen? Saturday June 23rd was established this year under the … Continued
Funding Announced: Thurs. 22nd March 2018 – Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring TD, announced details of the CLÁR programme for 2018. CLÁR provides funding for small scale capital projects in rural areas that have experienced significant levels … Continued
WHAT IS THE EQUALITY FUND? The Equality Fund is a €300,000 awards fund created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland in partnership with the Peter Kinney and Lisa Sandquist Foundation and the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department of … Continued
Local community groups operating in Drumreilly are invited to a meeting in Where: Drumreilly Community Centre at 8pm When: Monday 26th March 2018. Bernie Donoghue, … 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
What Are The Ireland Funds The Ireland Funds have supported non-profit organisations across the island of Ireland for forty years. Projects eligible for funding include Arts & Culture, Community Development, Education and Peace & Reconciliation. As well as Donor Advised … Continued
THE SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS IRELAND AWARDS HAVE UP TO 350,000 EURO IN FUNDING AND SUPPORT AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH THE BEST IDEAS TO MAKE IRELAND A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE Don’t let a good idea go to waste! SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS … Continued
Leitrim County Council invites applications from local communities for the Community Involvement Scheme for the Repair and/or Upgrade of Local Roads in the County. What Is The Scheme? The Community Involvement Scheme for the Repair/Upgrade of Local Roads is a … Continued
An Cosán VCC (Virtual Community College) is changing lives and communities through online education. The VCC is a nonprofit social enterprise education initiative. It empowers people to learn using the latest virtual, online and mobile technologies. VCC has developed an innovative … Continued
Leitrim PPN Training Leitrim PPN is proud to have recently hosted a QQI Level 5 learning module: Management Committee Skills Training. It is an elective module for the Level 5 Certificates in Community Development and Youth Work. The same module … Continued
The Wind Farm Community Fund is open for applications until March 16th 2018. This fund supports community and voluntary organisations, for projects that benefit the wider community near the Wind Farm. Grants given last year ranged from € 1,500 to over … Continued
What Is The Better Energy Homes Scheme? The Better Energy Homes Scheme awards grants to make homes built before a certain date more energy efficient, as an added incentive this energy efficiency will save home owners money on their … Continued
Leitrim Development Company under the Peace IV Programme is running two seven day Intercultural Awareness and Community Development Workshops starting in February 2018 and concluding in September 2018. When and where will the workshops take place? The workshops will … Continued
What Is The Social Enterprise Development Fund? The Social Enterprise Development Fund is a €1.6 million fund which will be delivered over two years, 2018 – 2020. The fund was created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland (SIFI) in partnership with … Continued
Alcohol and Other Drugs Education and Training Programme for 2018 is now available. The range of courses can help you deal with understanding and helping when you encounter alcohol and drugs misuse in your community in a work or volunteering … Continued
Leitrim had a national award winner last year Manorhamilton’s Seamus Dunbar took home a national award in last year’s Get Involved competition winning as a Community Energy Champion. This year’s competition is open for applications now. You need to … Continued
Waterways Ireland’s Heritage in the Community Grant Heritage in the Community Grants Scheme 2018 is open for applications until 31st January 2018. What? €20,000 has been allocated for grant funds to assist community based heritage projects. These projects will complement or fulfil … Continued
Across the Lines are hosting a creative training programme for women in the Fermanagh/Leitrim area at the Glens Centre, Manorhamilton. The programme, Everyday Heroines, will explore identity, creative self-expression and heroism in the day to day lives of women through … Continued
Across the Lines is offering a new Creative Industry Skills Course. There are 12 places available to young people aged between 18 – 30 years and those changing career direction or seeking to further a career within music or theatre … Continued
The North West Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force invite applications for the St Patrick’s Day 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 … Continued
The Ireland Funds Flagship Grant Round identifies organisations that have impact in their field and have demonstrated innovation and effectiveness with prior support received. With grants up to €100000 available you should start planning now if you want to apply … Continued
Mayo, Sligo Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB) have opened their Community Education Scheme for 2018. The Scheme provides grant funding is open to Community and Voluntary Groups based in Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim. Supporting Communities Community Education … Continued
Youth and Family Studies
Drumshanbo Enterprise. Classes will comence September 2017 and enrolment is now taking place for the following courses: QQ1 level 3 and level 4, full awards in communication, maths and IT skills, Information; technology level 4: beginners-computers-computer literacy Level 3, Level … Continued
Irish Water Safety Swimming and Lifesaving Instructions
Computer Applications
Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme
Northwest Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force Alcohol and Other Drugs Education and Training Programme for 2017 now available. For more information contact Please find attached the 2017 Education & Training Calendar. To book your course please contact: Christina Murray-McEleney … Continued