Micro Community Investment Fund

Not-for-profit organisations can now apply for grants of up to £1,500 through the Micro Community Investment Fund

The Micro Community Investment Fund, delivered by the Community Foundation, supports community initiatives that make a positive impact in towns and villages across Northern Ireland. 

Grants of up to £1,500 are available to help local projects improve financial, physical, and mental wellbeing.

Who can apply?

The fund is designed for smaller not-for-profit and community groups delivering work at a local level. Organisations with an annual income of up to £30,000 are eligible, but priority will be given to those with incomes under £10,000.

Projects eligibility criteria

Projects should target at least one of these key areas:

• Financial Wellbeing: helping people improve financial literacy or manage money digitally.
• Physical Wellbeing: promoting physical activity using local resources.
• Mental Wellbeing: raising mental health awareness, improving access to services, or building resilience.

How to apply

This fund supports both new and existing projects. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

If you have any questions or need help, call the Grants Team on 028 9024 5927 or email applications@communityfoundationni.org.

Find out more and apply for the Micro Community Investment Fund.

First published 6 December 2024