Who Can Apply?
Applications are welcome from:
- Community and volunteer groups
- Charities and not‑for‑profit organisations
- Sports clubs, schools and local committees
All applicants must be based within the Tallaght & Firhouse Credit Union common bond area.
When Can You Apply?
- Applications open once per year
- Application period: 21st April 2026 – 22nd May 2026
- One application per organisation per financial year
- Schools and education initiatives
- Sports and cultural clubs
- Charities and not for profit groups
- Youth, wellbeing and inclusion projects
- Sustainability and community resilience initiatives
Flexible Grant Funding
We encourage organisations to apply only for the amount genuinely required to deliver their project.
What Can the Funding Be Used For?
Funding may support a wide range of community‑focused activities, such as:
- Equipment or resources
- Community events or programmes
- Educational or training initiatives
- Minor facility or accessibility improvements
- Projects supporting wellbeing, inclusion, youth or older members of the community
- Small Grants – up to €1,000
- Medium Grants – up to €2,500
- Large Grants – up to €5,000
We have three categories of Grants. Please apply for the one that suits your needs best, ensuring the total requested, meets the cost breakdown provided. We will endeavour to allocate grants across each category. Therefore somebody applying for €750 is just as likely to succeed as somebody applying for €5,000.
A Fair & Transparent Process
How the Process Works
- Complete the Community Fund Application Form
- Tell us about your project, how much funding you need, and how it will benefit the community
- Applications are reviewed by the Community Fund Committee
- All applicants are notified in writing of the outcome in late June/early July
Please note that funding is not guaranteed year‑to‑year.
- Community impact and number of beneficiaries
- Reach, inclusivity and long term benefit
- Project feasibility and governance
- Value for money and alignment with Credit Union values
Strengthening the Community – Credit Union Connection
Beyond funding, the Community Fund helps:
Strengthen relationships with local organisations
Demonstrate cooperative values in action
Encourage transparency, reporting and engagement with funded groups
This ensures community funding delivers visible, lasting benefit and reinforces the Credit Union’s role as a trusted local partner.
Apply Now:
Community groups, clubs, schools and charities are invited to apply through our online form Community Fund Application
For further information, contact: communityfund@tfcu.ie
Closing Date: 22nd May 2026
