Funding
Colmcille fosters understanding of the diverse experience and culture of the Irish and Scottish Gaelic communities, as well as encouraging debate on common concerns in social, cultural and economic issues with a view to building self-confidence within the Gaelic language communities.
One of the underlying principles of Colmcille is that its work and grant aided projects heightens awareness of the contribution of Gaelic to the cultural identity of both Ireland and Scotland. All applications must have a strong focus on language, and link Scottish and Irish Gaelic. Receipt of Colmcille funding in the past, does not guarantee future funding for the same initiative. Priority will be given to strong Community Partnerships and linkages, and we especially welcome applications for fresh and innovative projects which develop new original ways of representing Gaelic Ireland and Scotland.
Should you be interested in making an application, please contact the Project Officer for your own region in the first instance.
Colmcille’s funding priorities:
Colmcille will direct its grant towards projects that accelerate the numbers of people learning and using Gàidhlig and Gaeilge
- *Each grant-aided project must have a strong focus on language, and must link Scottish and Irish Gaelic;
- * Projects should promote relationships between Gaelic-speaking communities in Scotland and Ireland.
The following will not be accepted:
- Projects which do not involve links between and promotion of Scottish and Irish Gaelic, or which do not promote them;
- Projects which do not promote links between Ireland and Scotland, or promote understanding in Ireland of the Scottish Gaelic-speaking community, or in Scotland of the Irish Gaelic-speaking community.
How can I apply?
Application forms are available for download on www.colmcille.net or by contacting one of Colmcille’s Development Officers.
When can I apply?
Colmcille has returned to fixed date Commissions Rounds.
Colmcille will operates two deadlines per annum for applications. The next deadline will be :
18 May 2012.
What else should I do?
It is important to consult with the Development Officers;
Read the guidelines.
Who is eligible to apply?
Constituted community groups, not for profit organisations, voluntary organisations and organisations working in partnership with these groups. In exceptional circumstances, individuals or profit-making companies may apply provided that there is a clear benefit to the broader language communities.
Applications
- A signed hard copy of the application must be submitted. Applicants are asked to submit a further copy in digital format, to facilitate sharing the form between the offices of Colmcille.
- The guidelines about Colmcille’s funding criteria and priorities should be read carefully before attempting to complete the application
- The officers of Colmcille will be happy to answer any question you have regarding the application form
- A copy of the application should be kept.
- The name and address of the applicant should be written on each additional page which is not part of the application form
- A receipt will be sent to the applicant to confirm that the application has been received
