IPB National Pride of Place Competition

Kildare County Council is inviting expressions of interest from local community groups who wish to be nominated for the 2026, IPB National Pride of Place Competition, in association with Co-Operation Ireland.

Pride of Place is an annual all-island competition run in conjunction with local authorities.  It aims to recognise improvements made by local communities to create civic pride in their area. The competition celebrates the efforts and endeavours of communities throughout Ireland, focusing on people coming together to shape, change and improve the daily lives of people in their communities.

Pride of Place acknowledges local communities working together to enhance amenities, activities, facilities, and the character of their area in a way that generates awareness, respect, and inclusion for every sector in their community. Therefore, it is important in your submission to show how you take a whole-of-community approach to the development of your local area.

For further information and to view all previous category winners visit https://prideofplace.ie/

All applications must be:

• Made on the  official application form - https://submit.link/4Ox
• Accompanied by all relevant supporting documents
• Submitted by 5pm on the closing date, 23^rd April, 2026

Categories are:

1. Population 0-300
2. Population 300-1000
3. Population 1000-2000
4. Population 2000-5000
5. Population Over 5000
6. Creative Communities
7. Climate Action and Biodiversity
8. Community Youth Initiative
9. Inclusive Communities
10. Community Wellbeing Initiative
11. Community Tourism Initiative
12. Age Friendly Communities
13. Urban Neighbourhoods and Housing Estates