Small Grants Scheme

All organisations applying for funding, including new organisations and those with capital projects can be considered under this scheme once the total amount requested by an organisation does not exceed €30,000 or local equivalent.

A separate application process is in place for this scheme.

Yes, once the total amount of funding requested for all applications submitted does not exceed €30,000 or local equivalent.

Funding in line with normal ESP guidelines for organisations working with the Irish community abroad, including funding towards staffing can be considered under this scheme.

Items which are ineligible for funding under ESP cannot be considered under this scheme.

>> Read more about about the criteria for the Emigrant Support Programme.

Yes, capital projects can be considered once the overall ask for all categories of project by an organisation does not exceed €30,000 or local equivalent.

No, organisations in receipt of multiannual funding are not eligible to apply to this scheme.

One report at the completion of the funding year will be required. IAU will transmit via mission network by end of funding year.

Up to date accounts in line with local requirements should be provided as outlined here ESP Financial Accounts | Ireland - this is Ireland