Network Support Scheme 2020 funding recipients announced

Posted 09.07.20

Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) is delighted to announce that 28 of its member organisations have been awarded funding through the DCCI Network Support Scheme (NSS) for 2020. A total of €54,057 was distributed among the recipients (see full breakdown below). 

Guilds, Associations, Networks and Supports (GANS) can avail of a number of supports through DCCI. These include DCCI’s Network Support Scheme which makes moderate financial support available to member organisations. To access the scheme, individuals can submit an application form on behalf of their network or association. This funding is offered on an annual basis and those applying must be in a position to provide match-funding. It should also be noted that the minimum number of craftspeople required to form a guild, association, network or society is six.

“We are so thrilled with the support from DCCI this year. We fully recognise the support as a recognition to the work we undertake and will be undertaking. Thanks to the DCCI for continuing to believe in what we do and support us.” Cork Craft & Design

“That’s wonderful news and €2,000 will be very much appreciated. This grant will really help us this year so much appreciation to DCCI.” The Leitrim Design House

To find out more about becoming a DCCI Membership Organisation please click here. You can also contact Mary Whelan, Client Liaison Officer, DCCI. Tel: (056) 779 6131 or contact Mary Whelan via email at maryw@dcci.ie. 

Member organisations who received Network Support Scheme funding for 2020 are: