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Community Funding

Finding and applying for grants to fund sustainability projects.

Various grants are available to help community groups fund sustainability improvements. Understanding the funding landscape and building your grant application skills increases your chances of success.

Irish community groups can access funding from local authorities, government departments, and agencies like SEAI. Key programmes include the Community Climate Action Programme, SEAI community grants, and local authority community funds.

Tips & Actions

  • Quick WinRegister with your local PPN to hear about opportunities
  • Quick WinSign up for SEAI and local authority newsletters
  • Quick WinStart with smaller grants to build experience
  • Medium TermBuild relationships with local development companies

Related Resources

SEAI Community Grants

Grants for community energy projects

Community Climate Action Programme

Government funding for climate action

Successful grant applications clearly demonstrate need, have realistic budgets, and show the capacity to deliver. Keep good records of past projects to support future applications.

Tips & Actions

  • Quick WinDocument your current situation with photos and data
  • Quick WinKeep records of energy bills and costs
  • Quick WinGet quotes before applying
  • Quick WinAttend grant application workshops
  • Medium TermBuild match-funding reserves
  • Medium TermDevelop project management skills
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