Awards for All Grant Announcement

Thursday 17thSeptember

Number of Grants:91

Total Awarded:£769,369

Project / Location / Grant Summary
Antrim Festival Group / Antrim and Newtownabbey / The group encouragescommunity spirit and improves the lives of local people in Antrim. They are using the £10,000 grant to runa series of sporting, cultural and social events to bring people together. / £10,000
Riverside School / Antrim and Newtownabbey / The school in Antrim caters for pupils aged between four and 19 years with severe learning difficulties. They are using the £9,600 to provide music therapy sessions for pupils. / £9,600
Tir na nOg G.A.C. / Antrim and Newtownabbey / The Randalstown club provides facilities and activities for the community. They are using the £9,900 grant to improve their facilities so they can be used for a greater range of activities and events. / £9,900
Apac NI / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The group basednear Banbridge provides visual arts opportunities for the community. They are using the £3,713 grant for a photojournalism project called Looking Through Walls. It involves local peoplecontributing their stories and comments to help communities express their aspirations for an inclusive society. / £3,713
Ballyleaney LOL 11 / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The group, based between Portadown and Armagh, provides social and cultural activities for the community. They are using the £10,000 to improve their facilities so they can be used for a greater range of community events and activities. / £10,000
Cloughskelt Rural and Cultural Association / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The organisation, based near Castlewellan, promotes and preserves the heritage, culture and traditions of Cloughskelt and the surrounding area.They are using the £9,999 to provide a programme of events and activities for the wider community. / £9,999
Lurgan Young Men's Christian Association / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The organisation provides a range of activities for young people in the Lurgan and Portadown areas. They are using the £9,988 to provide a programme of camping, canoeing and climbing activities for young people, including some who have disabilities. / £9,988
Moyraverty 50+ Group / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The group provides activities to adults aged 50+ in the Brownlow area of Craigavon. They are using the £7,160 to provide social activities and outings for the group's members. / £7,160
St John's Eglish Primary School / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The primary school in the Portadown area is using the £9,232 tobuy iPads and accessories for after school classes for pupils and parents to learn new skills and build an active and connected community. / £9,232
St Mary's Primary School / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The school based in Maghery village near Dungannon is using the £10,000 to provide iPads and training for pupils, parents and the wider community. / £10,000
CAIRDE Teo / Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon / The community based social enterprise provides training and social opportunities in Armagh. They are using the £8,100 to reach people who are isolated with a sedentary lifestyle and to provide a range of outdoor pursuits for them over a 48 week period. / £8,100
Arellian Nursery School / Belfast / The nursery school caters for children aged three and four in the Donegall Road area of south Belfast. They are using the £8,187 to re-vamp the outdoor play area into a jungle garden for use by the nursery school children and children from local primary schools. / £8,187
ArtsEkta / Belfast / ArtsEkta, based in the Docks area of north Belfast, works to develop intercultural relationships within communities. They are using the £7,250 to work with three Belfast interface communities together with the Indian community to celebrate the Indian festival of Navaratri. / £7,250
Belfast & Co Down Railway Company Ltd / Belfast / The organisation promotes and preserves railway history of Belfast and Co Down and other related historical events. They used the £9,880 grant to hold an event in July 2105to mark the 75th anniversary of World War II evacuations from Belfast, by holding a commemorative walk along the former Belfast and County Down railway track bed, which is now the Comber Greenway. / £9,880
Bunscoil Phobal Feirste / Belfast / The organisation in west Belfast provides Irish language primary education in Belfast. They are using the £9,927 to install outdoor play equipment for use outside of class time. / £9,927
Centre For Global Education / Belfast / The group, based in the university area of south Belfast, provides education services on global issues for local people. They are using the £9,440 to refurbish their library and supply new equipment and books. / £9,440
CLIC Sargent Cancer Care for Children / Belfast / The group, based in central Belfast, provides clinical, practical and emotional support to children and young people suffering from cancer and their families. They are using the £10,000 grant to provide furniture for the new Home From Home centre in Belfast. / £10,000
Colin Glen Trust / Belfast / The west Belfast organisation promotes the development of Colin Glen Forest Park and provides environmental, educational, recreational and community activities. They are using the £9,960 for a feasibility study to develop a multi use trail system. / £9,960
Crann go Beatha Men's Shed / Belfast / The group runsactivities for older men including a Men's Shed project in west Belfast, where men meet to socialise and learn new skills. They are using the £10,000 to expand services to women and community groups. / £10,000
Docksiders Senior Men's Group / Belfast / The group, based in the Docks area of north Belfast, organises and takes part in social and educational events locally and across Belfast. They are using the £7,274 grant to carry out interviews and researchfor a community archive book of stories and pictures about the Sailortown area and its people. / £7,274
Ligoniel Primary School / Belfast / The north Belfast primary school is using the £10,000 grant to create two play zones that will provide stimulating, challenging and creative play opportunities for children. / £10,000
Saints Youth Centre / Belfast / The group provides activities for young people and the wider community in the Twinbrook area of Dunmurry. They are using the £10,000 to support young people to learn skills in sports coaching. They will alsouse the grant for an environmental project, residentials and equipment for the youth centre. / £10,000
Templemore Swim School / Belfast / The swim school provides swimming lessons to children from all sections of the community in east Belfast. The £1,800 is helping them to manage their membership more effectively electronically and also to provide lifeguard lessons including first aid courses for children. / £1,800
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association / Belfast / The organisation, based in east Belfast,supports people who are blind or partially sighted and guide dog owners. They are using the £9,990 to create a sensory tunnel that will allow sighted people to better understand challenges faced by blind and partially sighted people. / £9,990
Volunteer Now / Belfast / The organisation, based in south Belfast, provides promotion,development and support of volunteering across Northern Ireland. They are using the £9,450 grant to update the group's website to make it more accessible. / £9,450
Belvoir and Besthill Community Association / Belfast / The south Belfast association provides services, advocacy and support for the residents of Belvoir and Best Hill estates. They are using the £1,450 for a multicultural family fun day to benefit residents of the greater Belvoir area. / £1,450
Youth Hostel Association of Northern Ireland Limited / Belfast / The organisation, based in Donegall Road, south Belfast, develops the skills and confidence of young people. They are using the £10,000 to refurbish their facilities which will allow them to hold more residentials for young people. / £10,000
Benvarden Craft Friendship Group / Causeway Coast and Glens / The group, based near Ballybogey, promotes arts and crafts whilst also educating local people on health and social wellbeing issues. They are using the £9,581 to improve and update equipmentso they can better provide their services. / £9,581
Dunloy Development Association / Causeway Coast and Glens / The group improvequality of life for residents and provide services for local people. They are using the £7,155 to facilitate the Active 3G Club which provides a luncheon club for members, health related activities such as yoga, armchair aerobics, talks on health related issues, walking and gardening activities. / £7,155
Royal British Legion - Ballymoney Branch / Causeway Coast and Glens / The organisation supports serving and ex service military personnel and their families. They are using the £10,000 to upgrade their facilities so they can be used for more community activities and events. / £10,000
Synergy Ireland Ltd / Causeway Coast and Glens / The organisation supports people with alcohol or drug addictions and mental health conditions in the Portrush area. They are using the £9,696 for activities and group sessions for people with addiction or mental health issues. / £9,696
Tullaghans Son's of Liberty Flute Band / Causeway Coast and Glens / The organisation promotes Ulster Scots culture, music and marching heritage in the Ballymoney area. They are using the £7,479 for a series ofintergenerational events including a family fun day, dances, a cultural evening and a series of trips to Derry/Londonderry to reduce social isolation and increase understanding between generations. / £7,479
Alla Luncheon Club / Derryand Strabane / The group provides creative and educational opportunities alongside a luncheon service for older people in the Claudy area of Co Derry/Londonderry. They are using the £6,010 to help combat social isolation and improve well being by providing a range of activities and events. / £6,010
Bogside and Brandywell Initiative Ltd / Derry and Strabane / The Derry/Londonderry organisation supports people in the local area. They are using the £9,449 to help people develop a greater sense of community and encourage social interaction through gardening classes. / £9,449
Community Restorative Justice Ireland -North West Region / Derry and Strabane / The Derry/Londonderry organisation provides mediation, support and training and delivers community safety initiatives. They are using the £8,648 to work with young people at risk of becoming involved in anti social activities. / £8,648
Creggan Pre-School & Training Trust Ltd / Derry and Strabane / The family support centre provides services to people living in and around the Creggan area of Derry/Londonderry. They are using the £9,955 to deliver programmes which focus on healthy lifestyles, IT development, personal development, intergenerational projects, parent and toddler activities, and a digital photography course. / £9,955
Derry Healthy Cities Project / Derry and Strabane / The organisation is part of a community based regional health partnership. They are using the £10,000 to deliver mental health first aid training, healthy eating, physical activity programmes, health clinics and stress management sessions to employers and employees. / £10,000
Destined Ltd / Derry and Strabane / The group supports people with learning disabilities across the North West area. They are using the £9,920 to support 20 young people to access everyday activities such as the cinema, mainstream youth groups and classes in arts and crafts and personal development. / £9,920
Eglinton Annual Show / Derry and Strabane / The organisation was established 50 years ago to run the Eglinton village show and other annual community events and activities. They are using the £9,040 to develop the show and other events. / £9,040
Glen Development Initiative / Derry and Strabane / The organisation in Derry/Londonderry provides a range of activities and training to support the community. They are using the £10,000 to deliver IT, DIY, food hygiene and other training for adults. They are also providing mentoring and guidance to improve job skills. / £10,000
Glendermott Primary School / Derry and Strabane / The school, just outside Derry/Londonderry, provides primary and nursery education for pupils aged three to 11 years. They are using the £9,770 grant to buy30 iPads to develop a community ICT learning hub for use outside of class time. / £9,770
Lislaird LOL 1488 / Derry and Strabane / The organisation in Ardmore, just outside Derry/Londonderry, provides community facilities and activities. They are using the £10,000 to make improvements to the hall and create an outdoor area for community events. / £10,000
Shelter, Campaign For The Homeless (Northern Ireland) Limited / Derry and Strabane / Shelter NI aims to secure rights to housing in Northern Ireland. They are using the £8,021 for the GABLE project, which is a service working with older and disabled homeowners and private tenants in the Strabane area who needcare and repair services. / £8,021
Sperrin Carers Support Group / Derry and Strabane / The organisation supports carers in the Strabane area. They are using the £6,123 to provide a range of activities and events for carers. / £6,123
Strabane Health Improvement Project CIC / Derry and Strabane / The organisationdevelops community based health and wellbeing programmes within the local community. They are using the £10,000 to buy equipment to develop a Men's Shed and women’s DIY programme. / £10,000
Strathfoyle Women's Activity Group Ltd / Derry and Strabane / The Strathfoyle Women’s Activity Group supports women, lone parents and their familiesin Strathfoyle and Maydown. They are using the £8,400 to work with women aged 65+, offering them information, support, social activities and holistic therapies to build their confidence and self esteem. / £8,400
Waterside Women’s Centre / Derry and Strabane / The organisation provides training and educational opportunities for women in the Derry/Londonderry area. They are using the £10,000 for their Fit for Life project, which will create opportunities for women from all age groups to get involved in physical activities to improve their physical and mental health and build confidence. / £10,000
Ardess Rural Community Group / Fermanagh and Omagh / Ardess Rural Community Group is a community group based outside Kesh in Co Fermanagh. They deliver a number of community activities in their hall and are using the £9,960 tomake improvements to it. / £9,960
Belleek Community Carers Group / Fermanagh and Omagh / The organisation supports carers in Belleek in Co Fermanagh and the surrounding area.They are using the £7,655 to offer a range of activities and classes. / £7,655
Camowen Outreach / Fermanagh and Omagh / The group works to enhance the quality of life in Camowen near Omagh, and the surrounding community. They are using the £1,901 to upgrade their hall and facilities so it can be used for more activities. / £1,901
Killadeas LOL 558 / Fermanagh and Omagh / The organisation, based near Enniskillen, provides community facilities, activities and events for the local community. They are using the £9,999 to upgrade equipment in the hall to better facilitate meetings, activities and events. / £9,999
Maguiresbridge Pitch Development and Management Committee / Fermanagh and Omagh / This group provides social, educational and recreational activities for members and the wider community in Maguiresbridge in Co Fermanagh. They are using the £7,544 to deliver a fun day for the community. / £7,544
Military and Police Support of West Tyrone / Fermanagh and Omagh / The organisation, based in Omagh, provides a range of educational, social and support services to about 700 former members of the security forces. They are using the £6,597 to provide a computer suite and other equipment in their drop –in centre so they can extend their services to more people. / £6,597
Newtownbutler Orange Lodge No 1 District / Fermanagh and Omagh / The Newtownbutler, Co Fermanagh,organisation will use the £10,000 to make improvements to their hall to facilitate community meetings and activities. / £10,000
Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers Regimental Association Enniskillen Branch / Fermanagh and Omagh / The organisation provides a range of support services for Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers former members and families, who come from both sides of the community in Enniskillen. They are using the £7,110 to provide outings for members to South Armagh and Belfast City Hall, and for a commemorative event and quarterly luncheon club. / £7,110
Sallaghy Parish Church / Fermanagh and Omagh / The churchin Lisnaskea near Enniskillen are using the £10,000 to improve the facilities in its hall so that local community groups can use it for training courses and community events. / £10,000
Tempo Community Playgroup / Fermanagh and Omagh / The playgroup in Tempo, near Enniskillen,is using the £9,181 to provide equipment for children with special needs to stimulate sensory and motor skills, language and physical development. / £9,181
The Ely Centre / Fermanagh and Omagh / The centre in Enniskillen supports people affected by the 1987 Enniskillen Remembrance Day bombing. They are using the £8,814 for a range of educational and health activities and classesto improve people’s health and well being. / £8,814