The programme of grants for locally-based community and voluntary organisations offers two schemes of once-off grants. The scheme of equipment and refurbishment grants provides essential physical supports for the local community and voluntary sector, while the scheme of education, training and research grants is aimed at enhancing the capacity of local communities. The maximum grant available under the scheme of equipment and refurbishment grants in 2004 was €50,000.
This year's programme is now closed. However, it is intended to advertise the programme again early in 2005.