Laganside Grants
The Department for Social Development is continuing its funding for Arts and Community Activities though the Laganside Events Grant and the Laganside Community Activity Grant.
A £300,000 funding package for the period 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2012 was announced by the Minister for Social Development. This is aimed at encouraging arts, cultural and community based events in the Laganside area.
Laganside Events Grant
The purpose of the Laganside Events Grant is to help support events that
- play a part in the regeneration of the Laganside area,
- encourage local involvement and community and business participation and
- make the area more attractive to visitors.
There are a number of areas where events can be held in the Laganside area such as:
- Custom House Square,
- Writers Square,
- Cotton Court Piazza,
- Barrow Square,
- River Lagan
Please see Laganside Designated Area map attached to the Guidelines For Applicants
Closing date for application for events taking place up until 31 March 2012 is 24 June 2011
Laganside Community Activity Grant
The Laganside Community Activity Grant supports community initiatives by giving grants of up to £300 for community based events. These events must address the needs of the Laganside local community and continue to bring life to the area.
How to Apply for a Laganside Community Activity Grant
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