For 2026 our aim is to provide a limited level of financial support to NGO’s and other local and or community based organisations with the objective of reaching citizens to communicate and enhance the visibility of the Cohesion Policy Funds in Ireland. We will award an overall total of approximately €15,000, over one or more rounds, to a range of qualifying events and activities across the country, with a maximum award of €2,500 for any individual proposal.
When considering an application, it will be assessed on the basis that the organisation and their request for support aligns with one or more of the policy objectives of Cohesion Policy 2021-2027:
- A more competitive and smarter Europe
- A greener, low carbon transitioning towards a net zero carbon economy
- A more connected Europe
- A more social and inclusive Europe
- Europe closer to citizens by fostering the sustainable and integrated development of all types of territories
Consideration will also be informed by the regional spread of applications.
Examples of what can be sponsored
Activities that are eligible for support under this framework include (but are not limited to):
• Engagement activities such as events / conferences
• Capacity Building & infrastructure development, such as website enhancement / development
• Provision of promotional merchandise
Interested in applying:
Please send your completed application to cohesionpolicydialogue@per.gov.ie.
Our sponsorship framework and example of sponsorship agreement should be read in conjunction with your application.
| Round | Theme / Format | Opening Date | Closing Date | Expected Decision Date |
| 1 | Open | 01/09/2026 | 09/10/2026 | End Oct 2026 |
This round will close at midnight on the 09 October 2026, any applications received after this will not be considered.