Author: Inishowen

IDP are inviting applications from local social enterprises for the Small Capital Grants Scheme, announced this week by Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, The scheme will provide grants of between €2,000 and €15,000 for equipment, repairs or refurbishments which will enable social enterprises to improve their service. All applications must be received by IDP by 3pm on Monday November 11th.

Applications are open for our 2019 – 2022 Tutor Panel. Do you want to pass on your skills & experience? Have worked as a Trainer/Facilitator? Would like to deliver training?

Attached is our September 2019 Newsletter hope you enjoy the read. If you want to find out more about what we do contact us on 074 93 62218

starting in Carndonagh Men’s Shed, Old Coop on Tuesday Oct 1st from 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm course fee is €40 to book a place telephone Katie/Maureen on 074 93 62218

If you are eligible for this scheme and your property is suitable for works, we can help make your home warmer, healthier, and cheaper to run. Contact Marie Wilson at IDP on 074 9362218 for details.

Winter is here!!
Attic & Cavity wall insulation is available to you FREE if you own your own home that was built before 2006 and in receipt of 1 of the following; Fuel Allowance as part of the National Fuel Scheme, Job Seeker’s Allowance for over six months AND have a child/children under 7 years, Working Family Payment, One Parent Family payment, Domiciliary Care Allowance (DCA), Carers Allowance and live with the person you are caring for. If you would like more information or think you could benefit from this scheme please contact Marie Wilson, IDP Buncrana on (074) 93 62218

Every week….Supporting local producers, bakers, growers, artisans & crafters. Fruit, vegetables, home baking, plants, soaps as well as other local products…Fridays 10am – 12 noon The Kitchen – Colgan Hall, Carndonagh. For more info contact IDP 93 62218

29 June to 13 July – Two weeks of sunshine whatever the weather. Feel Good Fortnight is an award-winning community festival organised by local volunteer-run suicide prevention charity. Insight Inishowen and currently receives no public funding! Most events are free or by donation with proceeds supporting the work of Insight Inishowen or other local charities. See www.insightinishowen.ie to find out what we do!

Did you know that the Inishowen Sustainable Energy Community (SEC) is part of a national network of community teams leading local energy projects? We are also offering a chance to get a free energy audit as part of our EMP. Contact Mary McCallion, Community Links Officer, mmccallion@inishowen.ie or 0749362218

Why not get recognition for your own sustainable energy achievements? Be part of this ambitious group of energy leaders. Enter the SEAI Energy Awards 2019