Minister launches 2027 Civil Society Fund applications
Minister Neale Richmond has announced the opening of applications for the 2027 Civil Society Fund, aimed at supporting development projects abroad. This fund focuses on sectors such as education, health, and human rights in countries eligible for official aid.
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Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD, officially opened the call for applications to the 2027 Civil Society Fund, which backs development initiatives in countries eligible for Official Development Assistance.
The Fund targets projects in key areas including education, health, human rights, and economic empowerment. Minister Richmond emphasised the importance of this work in a global context marked by rising poverty, hunger, and conflict, highlighting the Fund’s role in protecting vulnerable communities.
Applications opened on 31 August 2026, with the deadline for Eligibility Forms set for 5pm on 11 September 2026. Eligible organisations will be invited to submit full proposals by 2 November 2026. Further details and application documents are accessible on the official Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website.
The Fund targets projects in key areas including education, health, human rights, and economic empowerment. Minister Richmond emphasised the importance of this work in a global context marked by rising poverty, hunger, and conflict, highlighting the Fund’s role in protecting vulnerable communities.
Applications opened on 31 August 2026, with the deadline for Eligibility Forms set for 5pm on 11 September 2026. Eligible organisations will be invited to submit full proposals by 2 November 2026. Further details and application documents are accessible on the official Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website.
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