Resources & Guides
Step-by-step guides for running a community group in Ireland — governance, data protection, funding, safeguarding and events — alongside quick answers about using this site.
Community Hub Guide for Groups
A full walkthrough of using this site: creating an account, submitting or claiming a listing, meeting times, events, notices and more.
Using Community Hub — quick answers
How do I list my group?
Create a free account, then go to your Dashboard and choose Add a Group. Submissions are reviewed by an admin before they go live.
Our group is already listed, but we don't have access to it — what do we do?
Log in, go to your group's page, and use Claim this listing in the sidebar. An admin will review the claim and link it to your account.
How do we get the "Registered Charity" badge?
Add your Registered Charity Number (RCN) on your group's edit page — it shows a verified badge and links to the official Charities Register.
Guides for running your group
Starting a Group
How to start a community group
The practical steps from a first meeting to a working committee with a bank account.
Governance & the Charities Regulator
Understanding the Charities Regulator’s Governance Code
What the Code covers, who it applies to, and how a small volunteer-run group can realistically comply.
Running a good AGM
Notice, agenda, accounts and elections — what a well-run annual general meeting needs.
Data Protection (GDPR)
GDPR basics for community groups
What data protection actually requires from a small volunteer-run group — in plain terms.
Money & Funding
Managing your group’s money
Simple financial habits that satisfy funders, banks, and the Governance Code.
Finding funding for your group
Where Irish community groups typically find grants, and how to prepare before you apply.
People, Volunteers & Safeguarding
Volunteers and Garda vetting
When vetting is required, how it works, and how to keep it up to date.
Recruiting and supporting volunteers
Practical steps for finding volunteers and keeping them.
Running Events & Insurance
Insurance and running events safely
What cover you need, and the basics of running an event without major risk.