Please read the Application Guidelines for the ‘Community Activities Fund’ before completing this form.
The Department of Rural and Community Development (“the Department”) funds the Community Activities Fund (CAF) which provides funding to support community groups across Ireland.
The Community Activities Fund will support groups, particularly in disadvantaged areas with their non-pay running costs for example utility bills (electricity costs, refuse charges, heating charges) or other non-pay operating costs for example rental/lease costs, insurance bills. Groups will also be able to use the funding to carry out necessary repairs and improvements to their facilities and/or purchase equipment.
It is administered by Local Community Development Committees (LCDCs) in each Local Authority area.
Maximum of one application per group.
This form must be completed and signed by either the group Secretary, Treasurer or Chairperson
Eligibility
Any not-for-profit community or voluntary group can apply.
Commercial organisations and individuals are not eligible for funding.