Irish Aid works with a wide range of partners from Civil Society, North and South, towards the shared objective of poverty reduction in the developing world and progress towards achievement of the Millennium Development Goals.  In this context, a substantial amount of funding is provided to large-scale non-governmental development organisations in support of their work through the Multi-Annual Partnership Programme and the Civil Society Fund.

In addition, Irish Aid has also recently established the Micro-Projects Scheme to support the development activities of smaller Irish organisations, many of whom are carrying out very valuable work which is having real and positive impact on the ground. This scheme was established in recognition of the great interest that exists among organisations and communities in Ireland who want to make their own contribution to development. 

The scheme will support small projects in the developing world by Irish based organisations to address the root causes of poverty in the developing world in a way that is strategic, cost-effective and consistent with Irish Aid’s programme. Projects may be funded for up to 75% of eligible costs. The maximum grant is €20,000.

Applications may be submitted at any time. Application form and explanatory notes may be accessed below.

Note: All applicants must show that they are recognised by the Revenue Commissioners in Ireland as charities or produce an Irish tax clearance number (in accordance with current legislation).

Completed application forms should be forwarded to csfund@dfa.ie