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Community group support & development

Inishowen Development Partnership works with community and voluntary groups to identify local issues and how to make changes for the better in our local communities, to address disadvantage, promote inclusion and secure real improvements in quality of life for people in Inishowen.

Capacity building, training & supports

Our Community Development Team works with groups and communities to offer advice and guidance on projects and development on new actions.

As part of our supports we provide training sessions to groups and volunteers to upskill and enhance their knowledge, build understanding and respond effectively. Our training, community education and workshop programmes are developed in response to needs identified within the community sector and by volunteers.  Courses are a mix of accredited and unaccredited options, focused on the learner’s needs. Training programmes may include: Governance, Social Media, Committee skills, Social Analysis, Strategic planning and other needs as identified by the groups. Click here to see current training opportunities.

Our programmes also aim to promote and support regenerative and sustainable practises in our community. You can learn more about these programmes here 

Small Grants programme

This is an annual grant under our SICAP supports for community & voluntary groups, and small social enterprises (less than 10 employees). Funding is provided to tackle poverty and social exclusion through local engagement and partnerships between disadvantaged individuals, community organisations and public sector agencies, using community development approaches, engagement and collaboration. Specifically Goal 1: Contribute to Building more Sustainable, Inclusive and Empowered Communities.

Full details within the guidelines. You can also contact a member of our team for advice and guidance.

Our Small Grants Programme for 2025 is open now and will close on April 4th at 4pm. Download the application form and guidelines document through the links below.

Small Grant IDP App Form 2025

Grants Policy & Guidance Notes for Applicants 2025 IDP