St Patrick’s Day grants available for community groups

Coleraine Borough Council has launched its annual Small Grants Scheme 2015 to encourage the Borough’s Community Associations and Societies to stage their own St Patrick’s Day events.

By Nichola Neill

Published 9th Feb 2015, 06:00 BST

Funding of up to £500 will be available for events and activities taking place in the Borough of Coleraine between Saturday 14th March and Friday 20th March 2015.

In previous years, the fund has helped stage live music events, talks, tours and céilí dances. All ideas are welcome. The closing date for applications is 12noon on Friday 6th February 2015.

For more information please contact the ‘Events Team’ at Coleraine Borough Council on 028 7034 7234. Application forms will be available from Friday 9th January 2015 from the Leisure Services Department at Council Headquarters, Cloonavin. Application forms will also be available online at www.colerainebc.gov.uk, click the Quicklinks, Community and Grants section or visit www.northcoastni.com/whats-on ‘St Patrick Community Celebrations 2015’ for further information.

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