FundingABC – Civic Representation

Civic Representation Grant

Purpose:

The Civic Representation Grant has been developed to give special recognition to individuals and/or organisations within the ABC Council area who will act as effective ambassadors for the ABC Borough in their chosen activity.

Eligible applicants:

Individual applicants and organisations must be a resident in the Borough and be
either:

• Competing at least at Provincial* level in a one-off competitive event (eg World
  Championships.
• Representing at least at Provincial* level on an arts-related performance group (e.g. Ulster Youth Orchestra). (* Provincial level definition – this means the competition or representation must be at Northern Ireland, Ulster, Ireland, UK, European or World level).
• Demonstrate at application stage that they have participated in a selection or qualifying process which has identified their suitability to represent at the required level.

Funding available:

• Up to a maximum of £500 (per organisation) £200 (per individual).

Eligible costs:

• Accommodation/travel costs if applying as an organisation i.e. 2 or more people
  up to a maximum of £500.
• Accommodation/travel costs if applying as an individual up to a maximum of
  £200

OPENS: Monday 23 February 2026 at 9.00am

CLOSES: Friday 29 January 2027 at 12 noon

Guidance Notes:

General Applicant Manual (Revenue Grants) 26-27

Civic Rep Grant 2026-27 Guidance Manual

HOW TO APPLY

1. Each grant has guidance notes – please ensure you read this fully.
2. The Applicant Manual (Revenue Grants) provides detailed tips and guidance on completing your application.
3. Use the online Funding Hub Portal to complete your application online using the APPLY NOW button
4. Submit an application by the Deadline. Late applications will not be accepted.

For queries, email: 

If you require further information, please contact Valerie Armstrong on 07515 607480 or Cheryl Siron on 07342 089535.