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    • Men’s Shed Community Sport Facilities Fund 2026 Explained

    Men’s Shed Community Sport Facilities Fund 2026 Explained | Recorded Information Webinar

    The Irish Men’s Sheds Association (IMSA), in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport, hosted this information webinar on 27 October 2026 to help Men’s Sheds understand the funding opportunities available under the 2026 Community Sport Facilities Fund (CSFF).

    This recorded webinar provides practical information for Men’s Sheds interested in applying for funding to develop sporting facilities, improve accessibility and purchase equipment that encourages physical activity, health and wellbeing.

    WHAT’S COVERED IN THIS WEBINAR?

    • An overview of the 2026 Community Sport Facilities Fund
      • Eligibility criteria for Men’s Sheds
      • Examples of sporting projects and equipment that may qualify
      • Grant funding levels and maximum amounts available
      • Property ownership, lease and title requirements
      • How to register your Shed through the SPRAOI online portal
      • The application process and supporting documentation
      • Important deadlines and considerations before submitting an application

    FUNDING AVAILABLE

    Depending on the project, property arrangements and eligibility requirements, grants of up to €250,000 may be available for capital works, with up to €70,000 available for equipment-only projects.

    Eligible projects may qualify for funding of up to 95% of approved costs.

    All applications are subject to the Department’s assessment and approval.

    IMPORTANT APPLICATION DEADLINE

    Friday, 26 February 2027 at 5:00 pm.

    USEFUL LINKS

    Official Community Sport Facilities Fund information and registration:
    https://www.gov.ie/sportscapital

    Irish Men’s Sheds Association:
    https://menssheds.ie

    FURTHER INFORMATION

    For queries relating to the Community Sport Facilities Fund, contact the Department at:
    CSFF2026Queries@ccs.gov.ie

    For general Men’s Shed support, contact IMSA:
    Email: info@menssheds.ie
    Telephone: 0818 900 800

    Please note: This webinar is provided for information purposes. Applicants should consult the Department’s official 2026 CSFF guidelines for full eligibility criteria, application requirements and funding conditions. Funding is not guaranteed.

    If you found this webinar useful, please share it with your Shed committee and other Men’s Sheds who may benefit from this funding opportunity.

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