Grants Available for Sector Upskilling - Apply Now!
The Wheel is delighted to announce that applications for funding are now open under the Training Links programme. Training Networks are invited to apply for grants ranging from €10,000.00 to €50,000.00.
In our biggest round yet, there is a total fund of €575,000.00 available, and applications are welcome from new, existing, previously funded networks who have completed their programme or previously unsuccessful networks.
Applications remain open until 5pm on Friday, 7 Feb 2025.
What is Training Links? Training Links is a funding programme that supports community and voluntary organisations to form Training Networks - groups of a minimum of ten organisations who come together to undertake training that they may not have the opportunity to do individually.
Who can apply? Applications are welcome from community and voluntary organisations based in the Republic of Ireland. To apply, organisations must come together and form a Training Network with a minimum of 10 members.
What is a Training Network? A Training Network is a group of independently run and governed community and voluntary sector organisations who decide to come together as a group to undertake training that they may not be able to do individually. The term ‘community and voluntary’ in this instance includes registered charities, social enterprises, independently run nonprofit organisations who are not charities, and incorporated entities.
What type of training is supported under Training Links? There are a range of priority training areas covered under Training Links:
Digital transformation
Enhance leadership
Green transition
Develop new business models
Achieve high-quality, innovative and responsive workplaces and services
Address current sector priorities.
Find out everything you need to know about Training Links here or get in touch with us at traininglinks2025@wheel.ie.