Charities And Groups Urged To Apply For Community Awards

Belfast charities and community groups are being encouraged to apply for the next funding round of Belfast Harbour's 2023 Community Awards.

The Community Awards, provide community organisations, charities and not-for-profit groups registered in Northern Ireland with an opportunity to apply for individual grants of up to £5,000 for projects that meet a specific need in the community.

With a total of £80,000 allocated for 2023, with £40,000 already awarded in the first round of awards to a range of initiatives, including sports clubs, mental health programmes and skills initiative programmes.

Allison Dowling, Corporate Affairs and Engagement Director at Belfast Harbour, said: "Our Community Awards Fund supports grass-roots community groups and charities to deliver diverse and innovative local projects and initiatives. The cost-of-living crisis has heightened the pressures felt by all communities, and we know that supporting these organisations and helping them to make a positive local impact has never been more important.

"Now in their third year, our awards are just one example of Belfast Harbour's commitment to work as a community focused Port, building partnerships with communities and the groups that support them".

Belfast Harbour is inviting applications from organisations who can show how their planned project will positively impact the local community in one of three category areas:

• Supporting Employability and Skills – creating a healthy and sustainable workforce, both for now and the future

• Supporting our Environment – promoting a sustainable environment for current and future generations

• Supporting Communities – identifying and tackling social issues key to the sustainability of local communities

To find out more about the Community Awards please go to www.belfast-harbour.co.uk/community/community-awards/.