Thinking of organising a local upcycling or repair session? Promoting community-led reuse, repair or waste prevention drives? Or perhaps considering championing the sharing or renting of household goods – these are all examples of initiatives eligible for the new Circular Communication Grants scheme, following the announcement that €100k in funding is now available.
Circular.ie, Ireland’s national platform for circular economy communications, has launched the new grants scheme to support initiatives promoting a more sustainable way of living in communities across Ireland. More than 40 grants will be awarded to different groups, with the new funding opportunity designed to empower organisations advancing the circular economy.
Two options are open to eligible applicants: the Circular Communications Core, consisting of a €1,000 grant for investing directly in communications and marketing activities; and also a €5,000 grant (Circular Communications Connections), which, in addition to funding, includes expert mentorship from communications and marketing professionals.
Those eligible to apply for the grants include community groups, voluntary and non-profit organisations, or small businesses with a community mission delivering social, cultural, environmental, or civic benefits in the circular economy.
Anyone looking for more information on the Circular Communication Grants scheme, Circular.ie is hosting a ‘What is Circular?’ online event this Thursday morning, 28th August at 10am. Delivered by Eibhlin Fitzpatrick, community liaison, Circular.ie, this information session will provide details of the grants programme including the application process, eligibility and terms and conditions.
People can register their interest for the information session at www.circular.ie/circular-communication-grants
Applications for the Circular Communication Grants scheme are open until 7th November.
