🧭 Other Supports in Ireland: Overview
Beyond the primary categories of business, housing, education, and sustainability, Ireland offers a diverse array of additional supports aimed at assisting individuals and communities in various aspects of life. These programmes are designed to provide financial aid, promote social inclusion, and enhance the well-being of citizens across the country.
Whether you’re seeking assistance due to unforeseen circumstances, aiming to improve your community facilities, or looking for support as part of the Irish diaspora, there are structured schemes available to guide and support you on your journey.
Current Other Supports
Additional Needs Payment
Provides financial assistance to individuals and families facing unexpected expenses that cannot be met from regular income. Individuals on low income or social welfare payments experiencing financial hardship. Determined based on individual circumstances and needs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis through local Intreo Centres or online via MyWelfare.ie.
Local Enhancement Programme (LEP)
Summary: Offers funding to small community groups, particularly in disadvantaged areas, to improve their facilities and purchase equipment for community use. Eligibility: Community groups operating in areas identified as disadvantaged or in need of development. Funding Amount: Varies based on project scope and needs. Deadline: Application periods vary; contact your Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) for details.
Emigrant Support Programme (ESP)
Summary: Supports Irish communities and groups abroad, focusing on the vulnerable and underrepresented, and nurturing Ireland’s cultural heritage among the diaspora. Eligibility: Irish community organisations operating outside of Ireland. Ireland Funding Amount: Grants vary; small grants scheme available for applications under €30,000. Ireland. Deadline: Annual application window; for the 2025/2026 funding round, applications open on January 29, 2025, and close on February 19, 2025.
