Cash4Clubs is offering €2,000 grants to adult community clubs and groups to support participation in sport and physical activity. For the first time, five €10,000 major awards will also be available.

The funding is unrestricted, meaning successful clubs can decide how best to use the money, whether for equipment, facilities, coaching, activities or other needs.

The scheme is open to not-for-profit clubs, groups and charities supporting members aged 18 and over. Groups in areas of high deprivation, and those involving women, older adults, people with disabilities and other under-represented groups, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applications open: 1 October 2026
Closing date: 1 January 2027
Apply: cash-4-clubs.com

The 2026 Community Sport Facilities Fund (CSFF) is open to voluntary not-for-profit sports clubs, community groups, National Governing Bodies of Sport and local authorities. The fund supports the development or refurbishment of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment, with a particular focus on accessibility, increasing participation, supporting disadvantaged areas and encouraging participation by women and people with disabilities.

Key dates:

Registration opened: 28 September 2026

Applications open: 19 October 2026

Application deadline: 26 February 2027 at 11:59pm

Local Grants: up to €250,000

Equipment-only grants: up to €70,000

Applications must be submitted online through the new SPRAOI grant portal — applications by post or email will not be accepted.

Funding is available to help community and environmental organisations working to protect and improve water quality across Ireland.

The Catchment Support Fund supports the running and development of organisations involved in catchment management, helping them build their capacity and continue providing valuable water-quality services to local communities.

Funding can support costs such as insurance, accountancy, legal and statutory fees, website support, promotional materials and group development activities. Eligible organisations may also be able to apply towards staff costs and rent/rates under the fund’s capacity stream.

Applications open: 12 October 2026

South Dublin County Council is inviting expressions of interest for the Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2026, which supports projects that revitalise town centres, improve community spaces, enhance green spaces and recreational amenities, and contribute to local regeneration.

Community groups with ideas for projects that could benefit their local area are encouraged to explore this opportunity.

Deadline: Friday, 20 November 2026, at 5pm.

The EU Justice Programme provides funding for projects that strengthen judicial cooperation, improve access to justice and support rights within civil and criminal justice systems.

There are a number of funding opportunities under the programme, including projects focused on victims’ rights, the rights of suspects and accused people, judicial cooperation and training for justice professionals.

The current calls can support activities such as:

Supporting victims of crime, including information, protection, individual needs assessment and access to support services

Training and capacity building for professionals working with victims and within the justice system

Restorative justice and improved participation of victims in criminal proceedings

Developing information and educational resources about rights and available support

Cooperation between organisations and services, including civil society organisations, support services, healthcare and social services

Sharing good practice and developing new approaches to improve the implementation of EU justice and victims’ rights

The programme is particularly relevant to organisations working in victim support, community services, human rights, legal support, restorative justice and related areas.

Funding calls: Various deadlines apply depending on the specific Justice Programme call.

South Dublin County Council’s Community Events Grants Scheme opens on Monday, 9 November 2026 for community and voluntary groups.

This round covers Christmas 2026 events and Quarter 1 2027 community events, including St. Brigid’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter celebrations.

Only applications within these categories will be considered. Keep an eye on SDCC’s social media for updates and confirmation when applications go live.

€40 million is being invested directly into communities through the PEACEPLUS Change Maker Funding Programme, supporting projects that bring people and communities together across community and/or border lines.

The programme is designed to make funding simple and accessible for grassroots organisations, with grants of €10,000 to €100,000 available for projects that build relationships, trust, inclusion and reconciliation.

There are two strands:

Investment Area 1.2 – Empowering Communities to Embed Peace
Supports cross-community projects that bring people from different community, cultural and political backgrounds together, tackle sectarianism and racism, and promote respect, diversity and inclusion.

Investment Area 6.2 – Maintaining and Forging Relationships between Citizens
Supports cross-border projects that build relationships and trust between people and organisations across the border. Projects can involve community groups, sports clubs, cultural organisations, schools, SMEs and social economy organisations.

Who can apply?
Constituted, not-for-profit organisations including community and voluntary groups, sports and cultural organisations, NGOs, social enterprises, disability organisations, Traveller and migrant organisations, schools and educational institutions, among others.

Grants: €10,000–€100,000
Total programme funding: €40 million
Deadline: 31 December 2026, 5:00pm
Projects: Generally 12–24 months, with projects to be completed by 30 June 2029

Following the conversations and feedback from Round 3, we have worked on Work Plans for our three Linkage Groups. We are now inviting members to help shape these plans and facilitate for each group.

16 November– Social Inclusion, Housing & Equality
17 November– Arts, Community, Enterprise, Tourism & Sports
18 November– Climate Action, Environment & Planning

Times and venue to be confirmed.

Come along, share your views and help turn ideas into action.

We look forward to welcoming our members to the upcoming South Dublin County PPN Plenary at the Priory Market in Tallaght.

The evening will include elections for vacant Secretariat and LCDC representative seats, important PPN updates, and opportunities for members to connect and network.

Thursday, 26 November
7:00pm–9:00pm
Priory Market, Tallaght

Refreshments and food will be available.

Friday, 13 November 2026 | Ashling Hotel, Dublin 

The Wheel, in partnership with the Irish Energy Poverty Observatory, is hosting a free workshop bringing together community organisations, researchers and policy advocates to explore how community experiences and data can help tackle energy poverty in Ireland.

The event will include discussions, presentations and practical sessions exploring energy vulnerability and possible policy solutions.

Open to community and voluntary organisations, charities, researchers and anyone interested in addressing energy poverty.

Friday 6 November | 5pm–9pm

Rua Red, Tallaght, D24 KV8N

Refresh your wardrobe sustainably at this community clothes swap. Bring good-quality clothes to exchange, get help repairing or mending favourite items, and take part in the book swap. A great way to reuse, reduce waste and connect with others in the community.

Tuesday 10 November | 6pm–8pm

Flux Studio, Dublin 2

An interactive workshop exploring community organising, campaigning and visual communication. Participants will learn practical ways to communicate a cause, mobilise support and create eye-catching campaign posters, with graphic designer Laura Whitehouse.

Tuesday 17 November | 10am–2pm

Camden Court Hotel, Dublin 2

Hosted by The Wheel, this event brings together community and voluntary sector leaders, policymakers and learning providers to explore the sector’s current and future skills needs. It will include new research, policy discussions and the launch of initiatives to strengthen learning and development across the sector.

Wednesday 11 November | From 9:30am

Wood Quay Venue, Dublin City Council Civic Offices, Dublin 8

Explore how human-centred design can help create better public services, stronger communities and more effective public policy. This gathering brings together public servants, designers, researchers and policymakers to share ideas and explore how design can make a meaningful difference to society.

Saturday 28 November | 10am–5pm

The Rediscovery Centre, Ballymun, Dublin 9

A gathering for repair café organisers, makers, fixers, community groups and anyone interested in repair and the circular economy. The day will explore practical repair skills, setting up and running repair cafés, community collaboration and building a stronger repair culture across Ireland.

Saturday 14 November | 12pm–3pm

City Grill, Newlands Retail Centre, Dublin 22

Part of Research Ireland Science Week, this free interactive event explores the connections between water, health, wellbeing and the environment. Through practical demonstrations and conversations, participants can learn about hydration, water quality, hygiene and how environmental conditions affect communities. Lunch and refreshments will be provided, and transport support may be available by arrangement.

Join NALA’s Plain English Trainer, Seán Driver, for practical writing and design tips to make your leaflets and posters clearer and easier to read.

This free Zoom session is aimed at the community and voluntary sector, with opportunities to practise your skills. Closed captions are available.

Carmichael is hosting a free lunchtime webinar on data protection for charities as part of its National Training Fund (NTF) 2026 Programme.

📅 Tuesday, 10 November 2026
🕛 12.05pm–1.00pm | Online

Join Emer Bennett and Aisling McLoughlin from the Data Protection Commission for practical guidance on GDPR and common data protection issues facing charities, including:

Register here to secure your place

Build your organisation’s resilience with practical guidance on funding, risk management and sharing resources, while connecting with environmental groups across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

8 December 2026 | 10.30am–3.30pm
National College of Ireland, Dublin 1

Booking closes 2 December. Places are limited.

Book your place here.

Thursday, 12 November 2026 | Online via Zoom

This three-hour basic awareness course covers best practice in safeguarding children involved in sport. It is required for coaches, Children’s Officers and Designated Liaison Persons (DLPs).

Active South Dublin will email the Zoom link to registered participants a few days before the course.

Book your place here. 

The University of Ulster is inviting adults living on the island of Ireland to take part in a short survey exploring public views and experiences relating to wildlife.

The research aims to help inform wildlife management and conservation planning.

The survey takes approximately five minutes to complete and provides an opportunity to contribute your views to research on wildlife in Ireland.

Would you like to help guide conversations and support the work of your Linkage Group?

South Dublin County PPN is inviting expressions of interest for the role of Linkage Group Facilitator. If you’re a Linkage Group member and would like to find out more about the role or get involved, we’d love to hear from you!

South Dublin County Council is seeking your views on its draft strategy to develop arts spaces and facilities across the county.

Residents, artists and community groups are invited to share their priorities for accessible, inclusive arts facilities and opportunities to participate.

Closing date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026

South Dublin County Council is seeking feedback on proposed improvements around Neilstown Shopping Centre and Community Centre.

Plans include safer walking and cycling routes, improved parking, more greenery, seating, play and teen spaces, and better lighting and accessibility.

Closing date: Friday, 4 December 2026 at 6pm.

Volunteer Ireland, working with Bpact, is inviting people to take part in the Irish Volunteering Index — a survey exploring volunteering and social engagement across Ireland.

The survey aims to gather as much data as possible to help build a better understanding of the volunteering sector. Why not take a few minutes to share your experience?

We were delighted to visit South Dublin County Council in Tallaght to meet with Community Officers and other Council representatives for a presentation and open discussion on how we can strengthen our collaboration.

It was a valuable opportunity to share ideas, exchange information, discuss what is working well, and be open about the challenges we face. By learning from each other's experiences and identifying ways to work more closely together, we hope to improve the support and services available to community groups across South Dublin.

A big thank you to everyone at SDCC for the warm welcome and constructive conversation! We look forward to building on this engagement and continuing to work together to support our local communities!

Are you an Irish civil society organisation looking to find partners for EU-funded projects?

The Access Europe Partner Database can help organisations connect with potential partners for future EU funding opportunities.

If you’re interested in getting involved, create your organisation’s profile today.

Need support? Contact Christina at christina@wheel.ie.

Hello everyone,

November is shaping up to be a busy month for South Dublin County PPN, with plenty of opportunities to connect and get involved.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you to our Winter Plenary on Thursday, 26 November at Priory Market. It will be a lovely opportunity to meet fellow members, hear updates and help shape the work of the network.

Our upcoming Linkage Group meetings will also give members space to share local priorities and discuss the issues that matter to their communities. Thank you to everyone putting themselves forward for representative roles, your time and commitment are at the heart of the PPN.

Behind the scenes, we’re working on our draft 2027 Workplan and Budget, alongside a carryover funding request to support our work into next year.

I know how much time and energy goes into running a community group, often alongside work and family commitments. Thank you for all you do, and for continuing to bring your ideas, experience and community spirit to the network.

I look forward to seeing many of you over the coming weeks.

Warm wishes,
Denise Harte Gleeson
Coordinator, South Dublin County PPN

On behalf of the PPN Secretariat:  David Kortukohan, NCBI; Enda Creegan, Abbeydale and Abbeywood Residents Association;, Justin Byrne, An Taisce, Rita Harte, WCI Lucan, Michael Noonan, Manortown FC; Susuana Komolafe, Afro in Diaspora Center: Betty Collard, Orwell Park (Templeogue) Residents Association; Viktor Kozyrev, Vola Enable CLG

South Dublin County PPN

Where to find us
www.sdcppn.ie