Apply now for Co-funding Award Grant (Ireland)
Issued by Arts Council · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 4 Nov 2026
- Closes
- 3 Dec 2026
- Reference
- co-funding-award-2027-support-for-irish-arts-organisations
- Location
- Ireland
At a glance
Arts Council in Ireland has published a funding call: “Apply now for Co-funding Award Grant (Ireland)”. Submissions close on 3 December 2026, 19 days from today. Quote reference co-funding-award-2027-support-for-irish-arts-organisations in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 12 notices from this buyer since 2026, 8 of them currently open. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
The Co-funding Award 2027, offered by The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon, aims to support Irish arts organisations involved in artistic activities under the European Cooperation Projects and European Platforms of the Creative Europe Programme 2021–2027. Applications open on 3 November 2026 and close on 3 December 2026. The Co-funding Award 2027 is designed to bolster Irish arts organisations by providing financial support for participation in the European Cooperation Projects and European Platforms. This initiative is part of the broader Creative Europe Programme, which aims to strengthen the international competitiveness of European cultural and creative sectors. Irish arts organisations are eligible to apply for this award. The focus is on those engaging in artistic activities under the European Cooperation Projects and European Platforms strands of the Creative Europe Programme. This award provides a significant opportunity for Irish arts organisations to enhance their artistic projects and gain international exposure. By participating in the Creative Europe Programme, organisations can collaborate on a European level, expanding their influence and reach. What is the maximum funding available? There is no specified maximum funding limit for this award. Who can apply for the Co-funding Award 2027? Irish arts organisations engaging in artistic activities under the Creative Europe Programme are eligible. When is the application deadline? Applications close on 3 December 2026 at 17:30. How can I ensure my project is inclusive? The Arts Council offers disability access supports to ensure all projects are accessible. Where can I find the application guidelines? Guidelines and templates are available for download on the Arts Council’s official website. Eligible arts organisations are encouraged to thoroughly review the official guidelines and prepare their applications well in advance of the deadline. For further details, visit the Arts Council’s official page.
Context for bidders
We hold 12 notices from Arts Council, going back to September 2026 — 8 of them still open. They buy mostly in Education & Training, Construction & Infrastructure and IT & Telecom. This one closes in 19 days.
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