Applications open for Community Heritage Grants Scheme – Ireland

Deadline: 14-Mar-25

Applications are now open for the Community Heritage Grants Scheme.

Funding Information

• Grants of up to €1,500 max are available

Eligible Projects & Activities

• Heritage Publications will not be funded – it is recommended to discuss this with the Heritage Officer.
  • Gathering Heritage Data
    • The objective of this scheme is to provide assistance for data collection and research relating to Kildare’s heritage.
    • Examples of possible projects:
      • Archaeological and wildlife field survey to inform a graveyard management scheme.
      • Conservation report on a stained-glass window
      • Assessing the conservation needs of a particular object or collection.
  • Heritage Management
    • The objective of this scheme is to support projects that apply good heritage practice in managing sites, collections, objects etc.
    • Conservation planning and habitat (or wildlife site) management
    • Conservation of heritage collections and objects, including documents
    • Works to ensure the survival of a heritage building or structure, under a management plan that applies good practice in building conservation.
    • Control of invasive species
    • Management works to restore important habitats.
    • Carrying out the work recommended in an earlier conservation report or wildlife management plan.
  • Raising awareness of Heritage
    • The objective of this scheme is to support fresh approaches and initiatives that link heritage to communities, promoting active engagement with heritage and its appreciation by the public.  Here are some examples of possible projects under the Heritage Education, Community and Outreach scheme:
      • Conference or exhibition on heritage of an area
      • Heritage Week activities
      • Seminar on traditional skills such as lime mortar, thatching
      • Education project involving a museum or archive with local schools.
      • Field trips to heritage sites for schools
      • Events using art, drama, or new media

Eligibility Criteria

• The scheme is open to community groups and organisations within county Kildare.
• Only one Community Heritage grant per organisation is allowed.

Ineligibility Criteria

• KCC’s Community Heritage Grant Scheme will not normally fund activities involving:
  • Projects that benefit individuals
  • Teaching/staffing in schools
  • Travel and transport costs, except in exceptional circumstances.
  • Equipment, unless directly associated with the Project.
  • Ongoing running costs, administration etc. (except insurance)

For more information, visit KCC.