Local Waterford Community Grant
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Online Application: APPLY ONLINE – APPLICATION FORM
This fund is specifically designed to support community and voluntary groups in undertaking climate action and environmental enhancement projects.
Click here to download the guide: LEAF Grant Guide
The fund will be administered locally by Waterford City & County Council – to support community climate action, biodiversity and environmental improvement projects.
Who Can Apply:
- Tidy Towns committees
- Voluntary community groups undertaking similar activities (such as Residents’ Associations, Biodiversity, Schools, Men’s Sheds etc. )
Additional Requirements:
- Groups must be registered with Waterford Public Participation Network (PPN).
- All applications must include collaboration with at least one other community stakeholder group (for example, local schools, youth clubs, sports clubs, Men’s Sheds, etc.).
Example:
- A Tidy Towns committee registered with the Waterford PPN, working together with another local group e.g. youth club, Women/Men’s Shed to run repair workshops, would be eligible to apply.
- A residents association registered with Waterford PPN, working with a local sports club to run a reuse initiative would be eligible to apply.
- A residents’ association registered with Waterford PPN, collaborating with a local Lyons Club plant trees, would also be eligible.
Timeline for projects:
Projects should be completed by the end of 2026, with reporting to be submitted by end November 2026.
Example: If a group receives funding in mid-2026, their project should be planned and executed so that it is finished, and reports (including before and after photos and community feedback) are submitted by end November 2026.
This timeline ensures that all projects are accounted for within the funding period and that the impact of the fund can be fully evaluated by the partners.
Projects must focus on climate action, biodiversity and/or environmental enhancement. Examples include:
- Biodiversity conservation and pollinator-friendly spaces
- Tree planting and urban greening
- Renewable energy projects for community buildings
- Waste reduction and recycling initiatives
- Water conservation projects
- Sustainability awareness campaigns
- Climate resilience and flood prevention measures
Funding details and application dates are expected to be announced shortly, and to be eligible, groups must be registered members of Waterford PPN.
You can find a list of the groups with all membership and governance requirements up to date at the following: List of Members.
If your group is not on the list please contact Walter on wcullinan@waterfordcouncil.ie