TAK£500+ Participatory Budget Fund is back – and bigger than ever!
We have received 169 applications from community groups across the borough for this year’s round of funding, making it one of our most exciting yet! Now in its fifth year, the project continues to go from strength to strength, delivering real and lasting benefits for local residents.
Community groups from every corner of the borough have put forward inspiring ideas to improve their areas – from activities and initiatives to projects that bring people together. Each successful group could receive up to £1,000 to bring their idea to life.
And now it’s over to you!
There are three exciting Market Stall events taking place, where each applicant will showcase their idea and how it can benefit their community. All you (the public) have to do, is come along to an event, have a look at all the different ideas and vote for your favourites!
These events will be a fun day for all the family to enjoy, with lots of great activities for the children, spot prizes, and teas and coffees on hand while you check out all of the amazing community ideas!
The events:
- Saturday 30th May 2026, 10:00am – 2:00pm: South Lake Leisure Centre
- Saturday 6th June 2026, 10:00am – 2:00pm: Banbridge Leisure Centre
- Saturday 13th June 2026, 10:00am – 2:00pm: Armagh City Hotel
We hope to see you there!
Tak£500+ is a Participatory Budgeting initiative organised by the Community Planning Partnership where local people get to decide how public funds are used to address needs in their area.
