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Addressing Poverty and Social Exclusion Fund (Lisburn and Castlereagh)

Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council

Description

Grants of up to £3,000 for community and voluntary organisations in Lisburn and Castlereagh to run projects that ease financial pressure, strengthen community resilience, and promote resource sharing, funded as part of the council's DEA Local Investment Plan 2026–27.

Amount

Up to £3,000 per organisation (£80,000 total fund)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: Northern Ireland.
  • Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.
  • Most relevant to: Charity & Nonprofit.
Notes
£80,000 total fund. Eligible costs include programme delivery, volunteer expenses, training, equipment, and transport; excludes building costs, alcohol, uniforms, and retrospective payments. Must not duplicate existing services. The 2026/27 round closed 12 noon on 8 June 2026 — recurs, check the council website for the next window.
Requirement
Formally governed community/voluntary sector organisations (with a constitution or governing document, independently examined accounts, and public liability insurance) operating within or serving residents of the Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council area; commercial entities and local authorities are excluded.

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How to apply

Apply online via the council website when the scheme's periodic application window is open.

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Last verified: 23 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.