Funding for Community Groups
Open funding opportunities for Irish community groups. Check the linked application page for current deadlines and eligibility.
Sinead McGrath Memorial Scholarship 2026
The Centre for Global Development, Department of Anthropology, Maynooth University · €2500 · Deadline: 2026-09-01
The Centre for Global Development, Department of Anthropology, Maynooth University is pleased to announce the Dr. Sinead McGrath memorial scholarship scheme for the forthcoming academic year, 2026/27. The CGD welcomes applications for a Masters bursary, which is worth €2500 for the winning student. Applicants must have received a firm or conditional offer of a place on either the MA in International Development, or the MA in International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice, by 31st July 2026 for their bursary application to be assessed. Deadline for applications is 1st September 2026. For full details of eligibility criteria and T+Cs please see the CGD website
Community Enhancement Programme
Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) via your local authority · €500 – €4,000 · Deadline: 2026-10-22
Small capital grants (often €500-€4,000) for community groups, administered by your Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) via the local authority.
LEADER Rural Development Programme
Local Action Group (LAG) / Dept. of Rural and Community Development · Varies by project (typically €2,500–€200,000) · Deadline: 2026-11-06
Funding for rural community, enterprise, and social inclusion projects delivered through your local Local Action Group (LAG).
Local Authority Community Grants
Your county or city council · Varies by council · Deadline: 2026-11-16
Most county and city councils run their own annual community, arts, and amenity grant schemes — check your local authority website for current rounds and deadlines.
Sports Capital & Equipment Programme
Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media · Varies by project · Deadline: 2026-12-06
Funding for sports clubs and organisations to purchase equipment or develop facilities.