The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has announced that the Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme (RMCGS) is now open for applications.
Capital grants of between £500 and £2,000 are available to rural community and voluntary organisations and Social Economy Enterprises for projects tackling local issues of poverty and / or social isolation, provided evidence from their application, constitution and accounts proves they meet all the criteria.
Projects must focus on one of the following themes:
- Modernisation (of premises / assets).
- Information Communication Technology.
- Health and Wellbeing.
- Energy Efficiency / Environmental Improvements.
Applicants to the Scheme can apply for a minimum grant of £500 up to a maximum grant of £2,000, with a minimum of 15% match funding required from those organisations applying. The scheme is being delivered by Rural Support Networks on behalf of DAERA.
Applicants can apply using the following link;
The Scheme closes for applications 12pm (midday) on Monday 8 July 2024.
For further information on the 2024/2025 Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme please contact the Rural Support Network in your local council area – https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/rural-support-network-contact-details.
