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Grants and funding

  • Funding support for groups

    We give grants and funding to various types of organisation in Belfast. You should check that your organisation is eligible to apply to the grant that you are interested in.

    Grants through the Central Grants Unit

    If you are receiving funding for a current project or programme through the Central Grants Unit (CGU) and you would like to complete a monitoring form or access your information, go to our Online Funding Hub (link opens in new window).

  • Grants and funding open for applications

    Grant                  Funding information Closing date
    Community Support Plan Large Grant The Large Grant Programme is a new element in the Community Support Plan. It aims to create vibrant, inclusive communities where everyone has opportunities for involvement and development. Monday 6 October 2025 at 12 noon

    Cultural Multi-annual Grants 2026 to 2028

    Our Cultural Multi-Annual Grants scheme is one of the key outputs of our cultural strategy. Under this scheme, we offer two funding strands which are available for two years:

    Arts and Heritage Grants

    For arts and heritage organisations with a year-round programme of activity. Funding is availble for two years (2026 to 2028).

    Festival and Events Grants

    For festivals and events. Funding is availble for two years (2026 to 2028).

    To access information about this grant and the application, go to our Online Funding Hub (link opens in new window).

    Friday 10 October 2025 at 12 noon

    Sandy Row Revitalisation Grant Scheme

    The Sandy Row Revitalisation Grant Scheme aims to support existing, independent retail businesses in the Sandy Row boundary area by providing funding for physical improvements ahead of the planned Department for Communities Grosvenor Road and Sandy Row Public Realm Improvement Scheme.

    Monday 30 June 2025, or when all funds are allocated.
  • Grants and funding closed to applications

    Grant Closing date
    Small grants
    • Support for Sport: Large Development
    • Support for Sport: Sporting Individual
    Friday 4 July 2025 at 12 noon

Central Grants Unit

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