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Employment Essentials Programme

Free workshop on CVs, interviews, schemes & more to kickstart your career.
Ballyhoura Development Welcomes New SOILCRATES Pilot Projects Supporting Soil Health Across County Limerick

County Limerick farmers, communities and organisations are helping to develop practical solutions for healthier soils, biodiversity and sustainable farming through the SOILCRATES project.
Annual Report 2025
Cork County Walking Trails Maintenance Grant 2026

This fund aims to support maintenance and upkeep of walking trails, located in County Cork, that contribute to outdoor recreation and tourism in County Cork. The grant focuses on supporting constituted, not-for-profit community groups and organisations in preserving and improving valuable outdoor amenities for both visitors and residents. Eligible projects require a minimum total eligible expenditure of €3,000.

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 12th June 2026

Cork County Walking Trails Maintenance Grant 2026

This fund aims to support maintenance and upkeep of walking trails, located in County Cork, that contribute to outdoor recreation and tourism in County Cork. The grant focuses on supporting constituted, not-for-profit community groups and organisations in preserving and improving valuable outdoor amenities for both visitors and residents. Eligible projects require a minimum total eligible expenditure of €3,000.

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 12th June 2026
Cork County Tourism Development Fund 2026

This fund supports marketing focused projects that showcase Cork attractions and operational support to Tourist offices under two separate strands. Strand A - Tourism Marketing Initiatives; Strand B -Tourist Office Operational Support & Marketing. Open to legally constituted, not-for profit groups for projects located in County Cork. Funding between €2,000-€10,000 available for projects with a minimum total project cost of €2,500.

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 12th June 2026
Vacant Above the Shop Grant Croí Cónaithe Towns Fund

This grant applies to vacant 'above the shop' space in buildings in cities, towns and villages where the building was built before 2008 and the space has been vacant for 2 years or more prior to applications. Funding between €95,000-€135,000, depending on the number of units created, is available to building owners. One grant is available per building. This fund is administered by the Local Authority for your area.

Closing Date: Not Applicable
Smurfit Westrock Foundation

The foundation provides financial support to registered, not-for-profit organisations or charities for projects that positively impact the lives of people in need within their communities. A minimum of €10,000, for projects that have a positive impact through health, nutrition, education, basic care directed at reducing inequalities, can be applied for.

Closing Date: Not Applicable
Strategic Fund for Culture and Arts Scheme 2026

The purpose of this scheme is to support Limerick-based creatives and projects apply for National and International Funding. The scheme offers 10%, up to a maximum of €5,000, to successful applicants to maximise leverage of National and International sources of funding into Limerick to support a vibrant creative culture.

Closing Date: 31st of December 2026
Community Centres Investment Fund 2026 - Refurbishment Grant

Applications are invited from not‑for‑profit and voluntary organisations (established 2+ years) for the refurbishment of existing Community Centres. Grants of €10,000–€100,000 will be available under two funding categories. Match funding of 5–10% is required. Online information events run in April/May. The application portal opens May 29th; advance registration is advised.

Closing Date: Monday, 13th July 2026
Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) Sixth Call Category 1

RRDF Category 1 Call relates to large-scale, strategic projects that are ready to commence. Proposals are invited from Lead Bodies (Local Authorities, Local Development Companies and State Agencies) in respect of rural towns with a population of <10,000. A maximum of 2 applications may be submitted by each Lead Body for funding of projects between €500k - €10m (Project 1) and €500k - €5m (Project 2) @ 80% of total project costs.

Closing Date: 12pm Tuesday, 28th July 2026
Enterprise Ireland Innovation Voucher

Enterprise Ireland Innovation Vouchers support Small and Medium Enterprises to access Knowledge Providers to develop innovative solutions, explore business problems and uncover opportunities. Maximum of 4 vouchers can be redeemed within a 5 year period - 3 standard vouchers up to €10,000 (100% rate of aid)and 1 co-funded voucher up to €20,000 (50% rate of aid). Full information is available on the EI website.

Closing Date: Not Applicable
Business Energy Upgrade Grants

Administered by the SEAI, this scheme, funded from the Climate Action Fund, offers up to €120,000 for a range of common building upgrade measures. Open to all business types for small/ medium sized projects and business. Immediate approval on application.

Closing Date: TBC
Sensory Room Grant

The Department of Education has announced a one-off grant of €7,000 to develop a sensory room. The fund is available for schools that meet the following criteria. 1. The school must have an existing special class or be in the process of opening one. 2. The designated sensory room must be separate from all other rooms with its own entry/exit accessible via the main corridor.

Closing Date: Not provided

Jobs Board

A weekly round-up of job opportunities and vacancies in the Ballyhoura area compiled by the Local Area Employment Service.
Contact Us

Contact details for Ballyhoura Development offices.
The Ireland Canada Homecoming 2025
Local Area Employment Service

The Local Area Employment Service (LAES) is a new service for job seekers which provides intensive employment support to help clients find suitable, sustainable employment.
Ballyhoura Development Funding

Information on funding available to communities and through Ballyhoura Development
Apply for LEADER Programme Funding

Find out more about the LEADER application process and access relevant forms.
LEADER Programme 2023-2027
Online Job Interviews - Hints & Tips

Online job interviews are becoming increasingly common. The Ballyhoura Jobs Club are here to help you to make your Zoom or Skype interview a success.
Community Law and Mediation Service

An Independent Law and Mediation Centre provide free legal information, advice, advocacy and representation.
Research & Publications

Research papers, publications, studies, policy papers and articles on a diverse range of aspects of Ballyhoura Development's work, delivery models and activities.