Cultivate Your Green Thumb with Sligo Garden Club’s Outdoor Workshops

Introduction: Join us for an enriching journey into the world of gardening with the Sligo Garden Club’s upcoming workshops! Held amidst the grounds of Sligo University Hospital, these outdoor sessions offer a unique opportunity to delve into the art of garden maintenance under the guidance of qualified tutors from The Organic Centre.

What to Expect: Participants will immerse themselves in the essentials of garden care, covering everything from planting and watering to weeding and pruning. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener looking to refine your skills or a novice eager to cultivate your green thumb, these workshops cater to all levels of experience.

Session Details: Mark your calendars for five engaging sessions, scheduled as follows:

• Wednesdays: May 15th, 22nd, 29th & June 5th, 12th
• Time: 11:00 am to 2:30 pm

Promoting Social Inclusion: At Sligo Garden Club, we believe in the power of community and inclusivity. This program is tailored to promote social inclusion for targeted groups, fostering a welcoming environment where individuals from all walks of life can come together to share knowledge, experiences, and a love for gardening.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature, learn new skills, and be part of a vibrant gardening community! Reserve your spot today and embark on a journey of growth and greenery with Sligo Garden Club.

How to Reserve Your Spot: To secure your place in this enriching program, simply reach out to Geri:

• Phone: 086 418 3717
• Email: gbruce@sligoleader.com

 

SICAP Small Grants for Local Community Groups 2024

Applications Now Open!

What is SICAP?

The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) 2021 – 2027 provides funding to tackle poverty and social exclusion through local engagement and partnerships between disadvantaged individuals, community organisations and public sector agencies.

What are SICAP Small Grants 2024?

SICAP Small Grants 2024 are now available for applications for funding, to support projects that target the most marginalized groups or issues in disadvantaged areas in our county.

These Grants for Local Community Groups who need assistance to deliver one or more of the following:

Grant 1: Social Inclusion Activities
Grant 2: Men/Women’s Sheds
Grant 3: Support for Integration Community Activities

 Maximum Grant Allowable €1,500* per group
* this is a competitive fund, all grants are subject to funding available. Only one grant per group.

Who is eligible to apply?

Any community group who is focused on addressing the needs of specific target group(s) and/or the needs of specific geographic areas.

What can be funded?

Grants can be used to fund the following:

• Community activities that have a clear link to SICAP target groups and SICAP outcomes, such as supporting health and wellbeing, lifelong learning, employment supports and community integration.
• Integration activities to help supports new communities get to know their new community and get involved in local activities
• Funding to women’s groups, men and women sheds, homework clubs, youth work initiatives, after-school programmes delivered by LCGs etc. are eligible as long as the funding is allocated to a specific activity that focuses on SICAP target groups and is linked to an action in the SICAP annual plan.
• Small scale capital items to facilitate social inclusion activities

For full Terms and Conditions see here

For Application Form see here

Fill in your tax registration form here

Please return the completed forms to communications@sligoleader.com by Friday 10th May 2024. 

Deadline: Friday 10th May for applications.

All projects to be completed by 30th September 2024

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