Applications Open for the Community and Creative Grant Scheme 2027
Kildare County Council is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Brigid, Spirit of Kildare Festival, Community and Creative Grant Scheme 2027.
Now in its fifth year, Spirit of Brigid 2027 will bring performances, conversations and shared experiences to venues and communities throughout the county, celebrating Brigid’s legacy of creativity, compassion, equality and community.
Kildare’s communities are at the heart of the festival, with Kildare County Council inviting applications for creative, inclusive and engaging projects that celebrate the county’s rich cultural heritage and reflect the diversity of the people who call Kildare home. Individuals and community groups are invited to apply for funding of up to €3,000.
Cathaoirleach of the County of Kildare, Cllr Tim Durkan, said: ‘Brigid’s legacy reminds us of the importance of creativity, compassion and bringing people together. This grant scheme is an opportunity for communities across Kildare to celebrate that legacy in their own way, sharing their stories and creating welcoming experiences for all. I encourage individuals and community groups to put forward their ideas and help make the 2027 festival a celebration of the people and places that make our county special.’
Jacqui McNabb, Head of Enterprise, Economic Development and Tourism, Kildare County Council, said: ‘Our communities are what make the Spirit of Brigid Festival so special, and we want as many people as possible to have the opportunity to get involved. The grant scheme provides an opportunity for individuals or groups to put forward a creative idea, a community project or an exciting new initiative. We look forward to receiving applications and seeing the range of ideas proposed for the 2027 festival.’
All applications must be made online. The guidelines and applications are available on the Kildare County Council website at: https://kildarecoco.ie/Business/SupportingBusinessinCountyKildare/BrigidSpiritofKildareFestival2027/
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 4 December 2026
Enquiries to: spiritofbrigid@kildarecoco.ie / phone: 045 980653
