Printmaking Hub Opens New Chapter for Arts and Community in North Down
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The 2024 Wicklow Connecting Communities Roadshows wrapped up with a successful final event in...
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Local volunteers at Enniskerry Tennis Club were delighted to welcome a recent visit from Community...
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Community Finance Ireland (CFI) continues to support local and early-stage community initiatives...
Community Finance Ireland Supports Dublin-Based Social Enterprise Lust for Life
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Charitable Giving Quarterly Community Fit Giveaway- T&Cs
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Community Finance Ireland announces £13 million Loan Fund for NI Communities
Essential funds will be made available to capital projects in communities across Northern Ireland...
Community Finance Ireland Supports Local Communities Accessing CLÁR 2024 Funding
📢 Attention All Local Communities! 📢 Almost €9 million in funding is now available under the 2024...
Community Finance Ireland is Recruiting New Board Members
Community Finance Ireland is recruiting interested parties to join its Board of Trustees. New...
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Community Finance Ireland in association with Rural Community Network and supported by the...
Bizmentors Social Enterprise Community Launch Event in Galway is a great success
With an impressive agenda and a packed hotel room social enterprises were out in force in Galway...
Top Ten Fundraising Ideas as heard from GAA Clubs across the island
Fundraising is one of the key income sources for GAA clubs. Unlike most mainstream lenders...
Ballymacash Sports Academy Just Getting Started with Social Finance Funds from Community Finance Ireland
Ballymacash Sports Academy, based in Ballymacash outside Lisburn, Co. Antrim has been able to...
Donegal Boxing Club Punching Above Its Weight with Two Ulster Title Wins
Last Friday night was a night that will go down in history for Donegal boxing club Illies Golden...
Our Team Share Their Favourite Films on National Popcorn Day!
Today (Friday 19 January) is National Popcorn Day. With that in mind we asked some of our team what...
Gowran on the Move Poised to Open New One of a Kind, Inclusive Outdoor Hub in Spring 2024!
With support from Community Finance Ireland, Kilkenny County Council, and Kilkenny LEADER...
Join Phelim Sharvin on 8 February for On Purpose: Inspiring & Showcasing Social Business
Join Phelim Sharvin in Templemore Baths in Belfast for an exciting new showcase event on 8 February...
Kilcreggan Homes to support 160 people across Northern Ireland every week with package from Community Finance Ireland
– £18 million social finance provided to Northern Ireland voluntary sector since 2016 –...
Working capital injection gives The Hybrid Academy a sporting chance!
– Community Finance Ireland delivers £5.1 million of support in Antrim since 2016 – A...
The Hall is Alive with the sound of Music in Clifden
Clifden Town Hall is ready to turn it up to eleven at their local arts festival, dance classes, and...
Community Finance Ireland’s Donal Traynor is the First Irish CEO appointed to the Board of European Finance Federation
Community Finance Ireland’s Donal Traynor is the First Irish CEO appointed to the Board of European...
Sport NI Launch New £1m Renewable Energy Fund
On 9th October 2023, Sport NI opened a new £1million pound capital investment fund which seeks to...
The Multiplier Effect and the Benefit of Investing in Social Value Analysis Reporting
Following the launch of our Social Value Analysis Research Report earlier in the year, Community...
Big and Small Wheels Turning at Gorilla Karts with Support from Northern Ireland Small Business Loan Fund
– NI Small Business Loan Fund makes £2.3 million available to Co Tyrone businesses –...
Community Finance Ireland Supports SERI Census Campaign
Community Finance Ireland is pleased to announce its support for the SERI Census Campaign, a...
Grassroots Groups Can More Than Triple Social Impact in Local Communities
Community and volunteer-led organisations who choose social finance solutions could see a social...
More Social, Less Anti-Social: New Youth Hub and Café Creates Space for Young People in Carlingford
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €1.4 million of support in Louth since 2016 – “This...
Killaloe Ballina Family Resource Centre to celebrate 20th anniversary at newly refurbished premises in Co. Clare
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €7 million of support in Munster region since 2016- A new...
New pontoon makes Dublin’s oldest skiff rowing club fully accessible
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €3.8million in support of local sports clubs – The oldest...
Community Finance Ireland Achieves ISO 9001 Quality Management System Accreditation
We are thrilled to announce that Community Finance Ireland (CFI) has attained the prestigious ISO...
Na Piarsaigh Hurling and Football Club Celebrate 80th Anniversary With Expansion Plans
– Community Finance Ireland delivers almost €1 million of financial support in Cork since 2016...
New Appointment to Support Clients in the Connacht and Donegal Region
Positive and dynamic professional, Mary Nohilly, joins Community Finance Ireland to help volunteers...
Renovations Bring New Lease of Life to 200-Year-Old Community Hall
A historic community hall in Crosspatrick, Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny, has undergone extensive...
Community Finance Ireland Annual Report 2022 Highlights Community Projects Availing of Social Finance in 2022
This week Ulster Community Investment Trust Ltd t/a Community Finance Ireland held its all island...
Dolmen Leisure Company CLG Secures €175k LEADER Funding for Thatching School in Donegal
Dolmen Leisure Company CLG has announced it has successfully secured €175,000 in LEADER funding...
New Cross-Border Project Seeks to Build Sustainable Communities
First cross-border workshop held in Derry~Londonderry as part of delivery programme for project...
Community Finance Ireland Awarded Social Enterprise Mark Accreditation
Community Finance Ireland are delighted to announce that we have been awarded the Social Enterprise...
Community Finance Ireland to Complete Mighty Hike in Aid of MacMillan Cancer Support
A dedicated team of ramblers from Community Finance Ireland are covering new terrain in an effort to...
Loughgiel Shamrocks GAC Winning With Support from Community Finance Ireland
– £18 million social finance provided to Northern Ireland voluntary sector since 2016 –...
New Appointment for North Leinster and South Ulster Region
Solving problems and creating opportunities for groups in North Leinster and South Ulster. Bringing...
New Community Centre Set to Open Doors in Glenasmole
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €4.87 million in support of Dublin communities since 2016...
Kids Together building on success with support from Community Finance Ireland
– £18 million social finance provided to Northern Ireland voluntary sector since 2016 Belfast...
Compass Advocacy Network’s CAN-DO ambitions realised with support from Community Finance Ireland
– £18 million social finance provided to Northern Ireland voluntary sector since 2016...
Newcastle West Tennis Club ready to serve new members
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €1.2million in support of Limerick communities Newcastle...
Every Generation Needs Help and New Romanian Church is Leading the Way
Every Generation Needs Help & a new Romanian Church is leading the way and Future Generations...
Social Finance: Utilised by 50% of Social Economy surveyed
A recent survey commissioned by Dublin City University (DCU) with responses from almost 200 social...
Supporting Social Enterprises with Unique Experiences and Gift Ideas in Munster this Festive Season
The festive season is a time for reflection, for love and cheer, for making memories and spending...
Supporting Social Enterprises with Unique Experiences and Gift Ideas in Ulster this Festive Season
The festive season is a time for reflection, for love and cheer, for making memories and spending...
Supporting Social Enterprises with Unique Experiences and Gift Ideas in Leinster this Festive Season
The festive season is a time for reflection, for love and cheer, for making memories and spending...
Supporting Social Enterprises with Unique Experiences and Gift Ideas in Connacht this Festive Season
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Men’s Health Awareness Month- Taking Care of Your Physical Health
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November is Men’s Health Awareness month. Charities like Movember, Blue Ribbon Foundation...
Introducing Our Board: Amanda Zahringer
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Aodh Ruadh GAA Club Winning with Funding from Community Finance Ireland
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €1.6million in support for Donegal community...
Community Changemakers creating space for everyone in Boher
– Community Finance Ireland delivers €1 million in support for Tipperary community...
Cycling in Galway made Easier
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New Report Values the Third Sector’s Input to NI Economy at £2.4bn
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Social Finance is Not another Grant
Social Finance: is Not another Grant and the awareness of how social finance and grants differ is...
Investing in rescue vehicles puts North West Mountain Rescue Team on the right track
Community Finance Ireland makes £340,000 available to water and mountain rescue schemes in Northern...
New Head of Community Finance Ireland (ROI) is appointed
Wexford local Barry Symes brings wealth of financial expertise to local communities across the...
Unique Experiences in Donegal
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Social Finance: What’s the point?
The ambition of all within the Social Economy is to encourage sustainability and reduce levels of...
Community Finance Ireland Annual Report Launches and 76 Community and Social Enterprises Avail of Social Finance in 2021
Today (16 June 2022) Ulster Community Investment Trust Ltd t/a Community Finance Ireland held its...
Getting a Yes to Your Social Finance Application is Easier When You Know the Top Tips in Advance
Social finance is a unique form of funding. It helps communities and social enterprises make...
The Uniqueness of Hybrid Working is Different for Everyone
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Community Finance Ireland Thrilled to Work with Foyle Women’s Aid On Their Dress for Success Project
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Community Finance Ireland Delighted to Support Refugees Ireland
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In conjunction with our strategic partners SocialFinance.ie, Community Finance Ireland will host...
Every Effort Helps the Larger Climate Change Challenges
Our all island team are very aware that every small step can help the enormous challenges that...
Saying Goodbye to 2021 and Thank You to the 71 Change makers who secured £5.3m (€6.2m) this year
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Community Finance Ireland continues on its drive for Social Impact as it Supports Local Charity Limerick Gateway to Education
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Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Emmett O’Hara
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Donal Traynor
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Lita Notte
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Nicky McElhatton
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Pauline Carolan
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Barry Symes
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Terri Martin
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Phelim Sharvin
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
New Belfast Headquarters Signals Ongoing Confidence in the Needs of the Sector
This week marks a reduction in some of the Covid-19 restrictions on the island of Ireland. While...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Nora Keogh
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Peter Smyth
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Meet Our Sports Change-Makers: Anne Graham
At Community Finance Ireland 37% of our loan portfolio is made up of organisations from the sporting...
Community Finance Ireland Launch New €5m All-Island Sports Fund to support the next generation of heroes
Ireland has celebrated a summer of sporting success at national and international level, but when we...
Community Finance Ireland Launch New £5m All-Island Sports Fund in Anticipation of Increased Demand from Sports Clubs
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Community Finance Ireland Annual Report Launches and 169 Community and Social Enterprise Projects Avail of Social Finance in 2020
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Join Us For Our Webinar | Financial As Well As Physical Fitness Is Key To Success
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Meet Our Change-Makers: Phelim Sharvin
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Have your say about how Social Enterprises are financed in Ireland today
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Meet Our Change Makers: Barry Symes
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Meet Our Change-Makers: Peter Smyth
At Community Finance Ireland we take a hands-on approach when it comes to working with our clients...
Meet Our Change-Makers: Anne Graham
At Community Finance Ireland we take a hands-on approach when it comes to working with our clients...
Community Finance Ireland Launch €/£10m All-Island Recovery Loan Fund
Community Finance Ireland has today (24 June 2021) announced a £/€10 million All-Island Recovery...
Meet Our Change Makers: Emmett O’Hara
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Join Us For Our Webinar | The Road Back Offers Opportunities
We are inviting you to attend our short Zoom Webinar event on Thursday 24 June from 12 noon to...
Congratulations to Fort Dunree Donegal
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Minister Deirdre Hargey announces release of £7.5 million to support NI based charities
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Community Finance Ireland appoints new Associate Director for the Republic of Ireland
Emmett O’Hara brings wealth of financial expertise to local communities across Leinster. Community...
Lifetime Achievement Award for Audrey Murray, MBE
Audrey Murray, MBE, who spent her career as a champion for marginalised communities in Northern...
Community Finance Ireland appoints new CEO
Dónal Traynor pledges social finance solutions for every community across the island of Ireland...
Community Finance Ireland Invests in Wicklow Communities
Tinahely Community Sports Hall, Arklow Gerladine’s Ballymoney GAA Club and Hillside...
Hello Change-makers – We are Open for CBILS applications
Earlier this summer we were accredited as a lender under the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan...
Community Finance Ireland Invested €30 million in Communities Over Four Year Period
A makeover for the annual ‘Willie Clancy Festival’ in Clare, an upgrade for Ballinasloe Town Hall...
NI Communities Open For Business as CVSE Sector Funding at Record Level
A leading social finance provider has recorded its highest ever level of funding for the community...
Community Finance Ireland Welcomes New Funding Initiatives for Community Sector
Community Finance Ireland, the fastest-growing social finance provider across Ireland and the UK...
Unprecedented Challenges
We are doing everything possible to support community organisations in coming to terms with the...
FEBEA Hold Board Meeting in Belfast
The European Federation of Ethical and Alternative Banks and Financiers (FEBEA) held a board meeting...
Community Finance Ireland Receives An All Star Accreditation for Customer Excellence
Community Finance Ireland were awarded the coveted All-Ireland Business All-Star accreditation at an...
Funding boost for Arts-based Social Enterprise
A unique social enterprise in Derry is offering art and wellbeing programmes for people with severe...
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