Last chance to apply for circular project grants
Ireland’s journey toward a circular economy continues with a final call for applications for this year’s Circular Communication Grants, led by Circular.ie.
Valued at €100,000 in total, the programme is offering funding and hands-on mentorship to help community organisations to spread the word about their circular projects before the deadline of tomorrow (Friday), November 7.
Circular.ie supports community collaboration and the development of circular practices in every part of life. Circular.ie is committed to empowering community-based organisations with their work. These grants are only one part of that commitment. Another part of their work is establishing a network of like-minded organisations across the country.
There are two funding options available. Circular Communications Core – a €1,000 grant to help community groups, social enterprises and circular initiatives invest directly in communications and marketing activities such as digital campaigns, event promotion or materials that showcase their work; and Circular Communications Connections – a €5,000 grant that includes tailored mentorship from communications and marketing professionals to help groups plan and deliver impactful campaigns that raise awareness of circular living in their communities.
These grants are designed to support organisations working in areas such as reuse, repair, waste prevention and resource sharing, from upcycling workshops and repair cafés to refill stations and swap shops.
Claire Downey, CEO of The Rediscovery Centre, encouraged communities to act, saying: “We’ve seen a great response so far, and it’s clear that communities all across Ireland are doing amazing work in circular living. These grants are a golden opportunity for those communities to get the message out there, inspire change, and reach and engage new audiences. We don’t want anyone with a great idea to miss out.”
Applications for the Circular Communication Grants close on November 7. Eligible applicants include community groups, voluntary and non-profit organisations, and small businesses with a community mission delivering environmental, social or cultural impact in the circular economy. Applications can be made quickly and easily through the online portal at www.circular.ie/circular-communication-grants
Circular.ie is Ireland’s national platform for circular economy communications, developed by The Rediscovery Centre with support from the Department of Climate, Energy, and the Environment through the Circular Economy Fund. The platform makes circular living simple and accessible, providing resources, ideas and inspiration to help people and communities reduce waste, save money and create positive change.
The Circular Communication Grants form part of Circular.ie’s nationwide programme to strengthen awareness and participation in Ireland’s circular economy. The 2025 scheme will distribute approximately €100,000 in funding and mentorship to support circular community initiatives across the country.
Being circular means keeping resources in use for as long as possible; reusing, repairing, sharing and recycling to reduce demand and minimise waste. It’s about getting more from what we already have and building thriving, resilient communities that live within their environmental means.