Peatlands and Natura Community Engagement Scheme

The facts, in the funder’s words

All quotes are from npws.ie · peatlands and natura community engagement sche… unless marked. Checked 2 Nov 2026

How to apply

Apply directly

When a call is open, eligible applicants apply to the funder or the organisation running the call.

Details of the Terms and Conditions of the Scheme and Application Form needed to apply are available via the links below

Amount

Up to €40,000 EUR

Up to 80% of project costs; maximum EUR 20,000 for non-Natura peatland sites.

Category 1 - Natura 2000 sites (SAC / SPA) The maximum grant available is 80% of the costs of the project to a maximum of €40,000 Category 2 - Non-Natura Peatland sites (incl. NHA and undesignated sites) The maximum grant available is 80% of the cost of the project to a maximum of €20,000

Where

Not found on the pages we read

Who can apply

Community groups

The Scheme aims to encourage communities, local organisations and other interested parties to become involved in the enhancement of their natural surrounding areas

Rounds

Fixed rounds with deadlines

This is a competitive fund, with up to €800,000 available in 2026.

Co-funding required

Yes

The maximum grant available is 80% of the costs of the project to a maximum of €40,000

Restoration approach

Peatlands and Community conservation

Our classification, from the funder’s description of what it supports.

The call

What the funder asks grantees to report

Reporting

Not found on the pages we read