Applications are now invited for the 2021 Community Heritage Grant Scheme
The Community Heritage Grant Scheme is now OPEN for applications. The Scheme closing date is Monday 29th March 2021 at 5pm.
The Heritage Council has allocated in the region of €1,000,000 to its Community Grant Scheme 2021.
The aim of this scheme is to support capital projects that improve access and inclusion to heritage sites; that apply good heritage practice to the management of places, collections, or objects (including buildings). The scheme also supports the purchase of essential equipment. This scheme is intended to enable communities and heritage non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to continue their work in this area or to start new initiatives.
Project Timeframe
Projects that begin after the grant offer date in early May, and are completed by 8th October 2021 can be considered for funding under this scheme.
Who can apply?
• The scheme is open to:
• voluntary and community groups
• heritage-related non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
• not-for-profit heritage organisations
• Museum Standards Programme for Ireland (MSPI) participants
• Adopt a Monument Programme participants
Applications from other organisations, private companies or individuals will not be considered.
How to apply
Submit your application via The Heritage Council’s Online Grants System by Monday 29th March 2021 at 5pm. Applications or supporting documents cannot be submitted after this time
Full details on the website https://www.heritagecouncil.ie/funding/community-heritage-grant-scheme-2021
