Our Story: Supporting Social Enterprise

CareBright Bruff is Ireland's first purpose built community for people living with dementia. The social enterprise, which Ballyhoura Development is delighted to support, was featured on RTÉ's Nationwide programme in October 2019:

Carebright has also received support from the Social Innovation fund:

Latest

Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF) 2024

This fund offers grants of €600,000 to €30m for large scale sports facilities projects. LSSIF is aimed primarily at National Governing Bodies of Sport and local authorities and also open to sports clubs, voluntary organisations, Education and Training Boards and third level institutions.

Closing Date: By 3pm on Monday, 1st July 2024
Healthy Ireland Outdoor Swimming Infrastructure Fund

Open to Local Sports Partnerships, this fund offers grants, up to a maximum of €30,000, that enable broader participation in outdoor swimming, such as improving access, developing and enhancing changing facilites and procuring equipment to assist people with disabilities.

Closing Date: Friday, 17th May 2024
Sports and Wellness Fund 2024

Sports and Wellness Fund 2024 is a 2-year fund that offers a package of grants and non-financial supports to social innovations that use sports and physical activity programmes to have a demonstrable impact on improving mental health outcomes and social inclusion for people and communities in Ireland.

Closing Date: 1pm on Friday, 12th July 2024
Ballyhoura May Networking Forums

Ballyhoura Development CLG invite all communities across the Ballyhoura Region to attend District Forums on Thursday, May 23rd.

Our Story: The North Cork Rural Community Health Project

Watch: The story of the North Cork Rural Community Health Project and its positive impact on Rural Communities in North Cork.
Our Story: Social Enterprises in the Ballyhoura Region (ARISE Project)

Watch: The story of Social Enterprises in the Ballyhoura area as part of the ARISE Project and its positive impact on Rural Communities in East Limerick.
Ballyhoura Community ReImagined

Watch & listen to the Ballyhoura Community ReImagined series profiling the unique and inspiring social enterprises from across the Ballyhoura region.
Our Story: Glenbrohane Local Hub

Watch: The story of Glenbrohane Local Hub, who received capacity building support from Ballyhoura Development to develop into a centre for community activity and a social outlet for its members.
Our Story: Ballyhoura Food Programme

Watch: The story of the Ballyhoura Development Food programme and the positive impact on children and families supported at a time of crisis.
Our Story: Promoting Youth Employment

Watch: Young people between 15-24 talk about their progression to education, employment and training, supported by Ballyhoura Development, through SICAP.
Our Story: Kildorrery Community Development Association

Listen: The story of Kildorrery Community Development Assocation who received capacity building supports from Ballyhoura Development to develop a sustainable model of local community development.
Our Story: Doon Social Farm

Watch: The story of BRS - Doon Social Farm who received capacity building supports from Ballyhoura Development to develop a sustainable social enterprise who deliver educational and social programmes in East Limerick.
Our Story: Promoting Social Inclusion

Watch: People from 2 communities recount the process and their experience of working with Ballyhoura Development to develop the Community Inclusion Toolkit.
Our Story: Promoting Community Heritage

Listen: Community members from Knocklong paint a short audio picture of their community and their hopes and plans for the future of their community.

Jobs Board

A weekly round-up of job opportunities and vacancies in the Ballyhoura area compiled by the Local Area Employment Service.
Contact Us

Contact details for Ballyhoura Development offices.
Local Area Employment Service

The Local Area Employment Service (LAES) is a new service for job seekers which provides intensive employment support to help clients find suitable, sustainable employment.
Rural Development (LEADER) Programme 2014-2020

Under the LEADER Programme for 2014-2020, a budget of €250 million in grant aid is being provided to support rural communities and local businesses in Ireland.
Community Food Initiatives (CFI)

The Community Food Initiatives Programme (CFI) aims to help children and families in low-income communities to improve their eating habits, and to learn about the benefits of good nutrition.
Online Job Interviews - Hints & Tips

Online job interviews are becoming increasingly common. The Ballyhoura Jobs Club are here to help you to make your Zoom or Skype interview a success.
Community Law and Mediation Service

An Independent Law and Mediation Centre provide free legal information, advice, advocacy and representation.
The Glenbrohane Local Hub Fundraising Appeal

The Local Hub in Glenbrohane is seeking your help in raising funds for the construction of the new facility where they intend to create an exciting new space known as The Local Hub.
Ballyhoura Science Fair 2022

The Ballyhoura Science Fair is back with a BANG, whizzle and roar, and all are welcome!
Ballyhoura Development Funding

Information on funding available to communities and through Ballyhoura Development