FundingABC – Large Events Grant

Large Events Grant

Purpose:

For large scale events held within the Borough which have value and interest well beyond the local Council area.

Eligible Applicants:

Groups/projects must:

• be a community or voluntary organisation (not for personal profit)
• not already hold two successful grants within the one financial year within FAP
• not already hold a Medium Grant (CD or GR), Large Event Fund Grant or International Event Fund Grant in this year
• be of significance across and beyond the borough

Funding Covers:

• Equipment – purchase of equipment up to £500 / hire of equipment no cap
• Venue hire
• Printing costs
• Materials
• Insurance
• Programme facilitator
• Toilets
• Road closure costs
• Living Christmas trees

Funding:

• £1,001 – £10,000

Grants available:

Large Events Grant

OPENS: Monday 2 November 2026 at 9.00am.

CLOSES: Friday 27 November 2026 at 12noon.

Information Sessions:

Come along to a grant information session for advice and guidance:

• Tuesday 3 November at Palace Stables, Hayloft, Armagh, 7.00pm – 8.30pm
• Wednesday 4 November, 3.00pm, online information session
• Wednesday 4 November at The Old Town Hall, Banbridge, 7.00pm – 8.30pm
• Thursday 5 November at Brownlow Hub, 7.00pm – 8.30pm

To register, please email:

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.