Cavan Community ENews 28.8.26
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With over 40 pieces of news this week (including several new funds and new community training) welcome to your weekly ENews. Our news is compiled weekly from our over 500 member groups (573 as of this week!), partner agencies and funders. The deadline for submitting to cavanppn@gmail.com is noon Wednesdays with the title 'ENEWS ITEM' and we can only take community focused news. Please try to ensure that items fit to one A4 page for ease of reading by recipients. Please note that views/items contained within our ENews may not reflect the values/policies of CavanPPN.
Many Thanks, The CavanPPN Team (Aisling & Daniel). info@cavanppn.ie, CavanPPN, CCLD, Corlurgan, Cavan. H12 X9Y1
NOTICE: This ENews is a duplicate of the last week's with still relevant news from it. We aplogize for this as our staff are on leave but will return in September for your regular updates.
CONTENTS (Shaded are new items this week, but all are still relevant/in date)
FUNDING
1. FUNDING: 3 Conservation Grants Open
2. FUNDING: Be Active EU Sports Awards
3. FUNDING: Artists with Disabilities Fund
4. FUNDING: Glór na Gael GAA Funding 5. FUNDING: European Heritage Awards TRAINING 6. TRAINING: CavanPPN Training to Years End 7. TRAINING: PPN Stakeholder Training
SURVEYS/CONSULTS 8.SURVEYS/CONSULTS: National Food Waste Consultation 9.SURVEYS/CONSULTS: National Community Safety Strategy 10.SURVEYS/CONSULTS: Opportunity for Makers & Creators of Cavan 11.SURVEYS/CONSULTS: National Predator Survey EVENTS & OTHER NEWS 12. Cavan365, Faces of County Cavan Wanted 13- The Sleeping Giant Seeks Expressions of Interest
14- NESC National Conference
15- The Future is Creative Call for Presentations
16- Swanlinbar Tractor Run
17- Mind Me, Mind You Event for Parents & Carers
18- Support for Victims/Survivors of The Troubles
19- Budget Friendly Christmas Guide
20- Culture Night
21- Mullagh Fair Day
22- Shrek the Musical Comes to Tullyvin
23 Become A Play Champion
FUNDING
1 Three Conservation Grants Open
Three key built heritage schemes are open: the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS), deadline Friday 30th October, 2026. Historic Structures Fund (HSF) accepting applications until Friday 27th November 2026. and Historic Thatch Buildings (HTB) for 2027. Deadline Friday 30th October, 2026.
2. Be Active EU Sports Awards
The awards recognise outstanding sport initiatives that help improve health, strengthen communities, promote inclusion and support shared European values. They highlight best practices and inspiring projects that encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to take part in sport and stay active.
Deadline: 17 Sept
3. Artists with Disabilities Fund
4- Glór na Gael Funding
Grants for GAA clubs registered with FSMD - Glór na nGael - 1st Sept
Glór na nGael is delighted to announce that the second round of funding under the 2026 Fondúireacht Sheosaimh Mhic Dhonncha scheme is now open.
There will be a one month window until 1st September for clubs who are currently registered with the Fondúireacht to apply for a grant of up to €500 to organise Irish language projects in their clubs. Clubs are advised to consider projects that increase the regular and continual use of Irish within the club.
Priority will be given to regular family events run within GAA clubs and for a series of events to encourage the use of Irish in GAA clubhouses and amongst club memberships. Irish language classes are also very popular within the Fondúireacht. Clubs may also apply for funding for Irish language and bilingual signage to increase the visibility of the language around club pitches and clubhouses.
Deadline: 1st September 2026
More info: https://www.glornangael.ie/second-round-of-grants-opened-for-gaa-clubs-registered-with-fsmd/?lang=en
5- European Heritage Awards
Are you leading or part of a heritage project that deserves recognition at the highest European level? Whether you are an individual, a team of experts, or an organisation, this is your chance to share your achievements and compete for Europe’s most prestigious heritage awards!
The European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards celebrate excellence in the protection, conservation, research, education, and promotion of cultural heritage across Europe, covering a wide range of categories and project types – from tangible to intangible heritage.
Applications can be submitted in one of the following five categories:
1) Conservation & Adaptive Reuse;
2) Research;
3) Education, Training & Skills;
4) Citizens’ Engagement & Awareness-raising; and
5) Heritage Champions.
Deadline: 7th September 2026
More info: https://www.europeanheritageawards.eu/apply/
TRAINING
6- CavanPPN Training For 2026 Remaining
CavanPPN will be supporting training for its member groups in the following opportunities. We have LIMITED numbers for each module and so this is a first come, first serve basis. The training is FREE for members of CavanPPN registered groups ONLY. Email your interest to info@cavanppn.ie with your name, the name of your group and which training you are interested in. 1 training per member please!
7- PPN Stakeholder Training
PPN Stakeholder Training
The online only self-paced training videos programme for PPN stakeholders has been developed with SJI. Registrations for the online only training is now open. Social Justice Ireland is providing this training on behalf of the Department.
The online only training covers the following:
- An Introduction to the PPNs (2 Modules)
- Local Government Budgets
- PPNs and Local Government
- Effective Participation in Consultations
- Effective Facilitation
- Strategic Planning
- Measuring Outcomes and Impacts
This is online only and is intended for self-directed learning at the learner’s own pace. Social Justice Ireland will provide some support via the webform on each Module page. There are no scheduled classes as part of this training.
This training is available to the following PPN Stakeholders:
- PPN Workers
- PPN Secretariat Members
- PPN Representatives
- PPN Member Groups
- Local Authority Staff
- Elected Councillors
To register, please complete the Registration Form at the following link: : Register for Training | Social Justice Ireland
SURVEYS/CONSULTATIONS
8- National Food Waste Consultation
Minister Alan Dillon launches public consultation on Ireland’s next National Food Waste Prevention Roadmap (2026–2028).
The Department is inviting submissions from the public and stakeholders to help shape the actions that will reduce food waste, cut emissions and support Ireland’s transition to a more circular economy
Read more & #HaveYourSay at https://bit.ly/4y8Z7tb
9- Feedback on National Community Safety Strategy The Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan TD, has now published the draft National Strategy for Improving Community Safety and is inviting feedback on the draft.
Read the draft strategy online:
How to make a submission:
The closing date for feedback is by 5pm on the 11 September 2026 .Feedback can be submitted at this link.
For more information, visit:
The National Office for Community Safety is managing the feedback process on behalf of the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. Any queries in relation to the National Strategy for Improving Community Safety should be directed to: strategy@communitysafety.ie
10- Opportunity for Makers & Creators of Cavan
Calling Artists, Designers & Makers How can technologies expand your creative practice?
THE FIRST CAVAN MAKERTHON COMING THIS AUTUMN - FREE!
Offering Intensive group sessions and 1:1 mentoring
3D Printing (ceramic & plastics) • Laser Cutting & Engraving • CNC Routing • Digital Embroidery • Vinyl Cutting • 3D Scanning • Digital Screen Printing • VR for Design AI for 3D Modelling • Robotics / Sensors / Interactive Systems
Take the survey and shape the opportunities (5 –7 mins) HERE
This initiative is delivered through the DS3 Project, which is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) in conjunction with Cavan County Council Arts Office and Fab Lab Maker Hub.
11- National Predator Survey
The survey takes approximately five minutes to complete and is completely anonymous. It explores people's encounters with, and perceptions of, some predators across the island of Ireland.
As the research aims to engage a broad range of people from a range of backgrounds across the island of Ireland, I am contacting biodiversity officers across the Republic of Ireland to ask for your support in sharing the survey through your local networks. Your connections with local communities provide an amazing opportunity to reach people who we may not otherwise be able to engage directly, and I would really appreciate your help in extending the reach of the research within your region.
If possible, I'd like to ask if it's possible to do any of the following:
Sharing it through staff communications
Sharing to community organisations
Including the survey in email lists and/or newsletters
Sharing it via social media channels
Passing it on to wider networks that may be interested
Informally sharing it with friends and family
Completing the survey yourself
I would also be very interested to hear about any upcoming community events where myself or volunteers may be able to attend or engage directly with participants to help increase awareness and participation.
You can access the survey here UUPredatorSurvey.com, with further information available in the banner below and the attached poster.
Thank you very much for your time and support. Every response helps improve the reach and quality of the research.
If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Thank you for your time,
EVENTS & OTHER NEWS
13- Cavan 365, Faces of Our County Wanted
CAVAN 365 – FACES OF OUR COUNTY WANTED
Cavan photographer Lorraine Teevan is inviting people from across County Cavan to become part of Cavan 365, a new photographic project celebrating the people who make up the county today.
Cavan 365 is supported by Cavan Arts Office, Cavan Townhall Arts Space and Cavan County Council.
The aim is to create 365 portraits representing the diversity of Cavan – people of every age, race, nationality, background and ability, from every community across the county.
Lorraine will be photographing participants at Cavan Townhall Arts Space on Sunday 30th and Monday 31st August 2026, from 11am to 6pm each day.
Everyone is welcome – babies and children, teenagers, adults and older people; people born and raised in Cavan and those who have made Cavan their home. People from minority communities, different cultures and nationalities, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from all walks of life are encouraged to take part.
No modelling experience is needed – just come as you are.
The portraits will form part of Lorraine Teevan's Cavan 365 exhibition, opening at Cavan Townhall Arts Space on 7th November 2026.
The project will create a unique photographic record of the people of Cavan in 2026 – 365 people, 365 faces, one county.
For further information email 365cavanphotos@gmail.com or check out social media pages
Instagram @Cavan.365
Facebook @ Cavan 365
13- The Sleeping Giant Seeks Your Interest
CMETB are currently seeking three youth groups, services, or community groups from each of Cavan’s three Municipal Districts – Cavan-Belturbet MD (West Cavan), Cootehill-Bailieborough MD, and Ballyjamesduff MD – to take part in The Sleeping Giant, an exciting countywide community arts project led by artist Tom Meskell.
The Sleeping Giant brings young people together to create, imagine, and celebrate local stories through the arts. Participants will work alongside three trained artists in a fun, supportive environment, exploring themes of creativity, community, heritage, collective imagination, and environmental awareness.
Workshops can be delivered between August and early October and are open to youth groups, youth services, community organisations, and local groups working with young people from ages 6+. Participants will have the opportunity to develop new artistic skills while contributing to a large collaborative exhibition installation.
All artwork created through the project will form part of a countywide exhibition at Urney Church of Ireland, Farnham Street, Cavan Town, on Saturday 24 October and Sunday 25 October, culminating in a Lantern Parade through Cavan Town on the Sunday evening. All participating groups will be invited to attend the exhibition opening and parade celebrations.
This project is part of a wider Gulliver's Travels Celebration Project for October 2026. It is widely acknowledged and recorded in history that Swift was in Co. Cavan in 1726 during the writing of Gulliver’s Travels, inspired by the landscape, people and lakes of the area. He also had strong links to Quilca House in Mullagh, where he stayed and where it’s believed he finished writing the international best-selling book. He also had family connections to Swanlinbar where his uncle, Godwin Swift, had an Ironworks. Local oral folklore there has it for generations, that a famous childhood prank by two little boys in Swanlinbar directly led to the iconic Lilliput scene of Gulliver being tied down.
Places will be offered on a first come first served basis in each district so if your group would like to be part of this unique creative adventure and help bring local stories to life, we would love to hear from you.
Regards
Alan Ryan
Comhordaitheoir Óige Cruthaitheach Aitiúil, Seirbhísí Óige | Local Creative Youth Co-ordinator, Youth Services
Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna an Chabháin agus Mhuineacháin
Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board
Sráid an Mhargaidh, Muineachán H18 W449
Market Street, Monaghan, H18 W449
W: www.cmetb.ie | M: 087 4884017 | T: 047 30888 ext. 143
14- NESC National Conference
Date & time: Tuesday, 24th November 2026 | 8.30am – 4.45pm
Venue: Printworks, Dublin Castle
Hosted by: National Economic and Social Council (NESC) & European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) At the end of May, we were pleased to send you a Save the Date for the NESC & EESC Conference, Building and Protecting Social Cohesion: A National, European and International Perspective, taking place in Dublin Castle on 24 November.
We are now inviting expressions of interest from those who would like to attend. The link below will take you to our Eventbrite page, where you can complete Stage One of the attendance process and confirm your interest in attending the conference.
Please note that attendance at this event involves a two-stage attendance process, outlined below.
Stage One – Expression of Interest
Click the 'Reserve a Spot' button on this Eventbrite page to confirm that you would like to attend the conference by providing your details.
Stage Two – Official EU Presidency Registration
As this event forms part of the official programme of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, all participants must complete a second stage of registration through the official EU Presidency registration platform. We will use the details you provide during Stage One to send you your personal registration link early in September.
You must complete this second stage to obtain the security accreditation required to access Dublin Castle. Admission will not be possible on the day without having completed Stage Two in advance.
An outline of the conference programme is available on the Eventbrite page. Confirmed speaker details will be announced in the coming weeks.
If you are unable to attend and would like to nominate an alternative attendee, please forward them this email so that they can complete Stage One and express their interest in attending.
15- The Future is Creative Call For Presentations/Workshops I am getting in touch about our callout for the Arts in Education National Day taking place at TU Dublin on Saturday 7 November.
Call for Presentations and Workshops
Deadline: Wednesday 16 September 2026
This year's theme: The Future is Creative: Why arts and creativity in education matter more than ever.
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As we navigate a world shaped by rapid technological change, climate challenges, evolving communities, and new ways of learning and connecting, human creativity has never been more important.
We invite artists, creative practitioners, teachers, educators, academics and arts in education professionals to share presentations or workshops. We are particularly interested in projects and practices that explore:
- Arts in education in the age of AI and emerging technologies
- Arts based approaches to connect with nature, climate action and sustainability
We would really appreciate it if you could share this with your networks.
16- Swanlinbar Tractor Run
17- Mind Me, Mind You Event for Parents & Carers
18 Support for Victims/Survivors of the Troubles
19 Budget Friendly Christmas Course
Apply Now :A budget Friendly Guide to Christmas
20 Culture Night 2026
Culture Night 2026 returns on Friday, 18 September, inviting people across Ireland to come together for a night of free cultural discovery, creativity and connection in towns, cities, villages and rural communities nationwide.
This year's programme continues to celebrate the artists, venues, organisers and communities who bring Culture Night to life locally.
At the heart of it all is a simple idea: One Night for All. A shared night of culture that's welcoming, local and free. Whether you're planning a full evening out, joining something nearby on the night, bringing family and friends along, or seeing a familiar place in a whole new way, there's a place for everyone.
Link to events: Events • Culture Night
21 Mullagh Fair Day
22 Shrek in Tullyvin
23 Become A Play Champion
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