Minister of State for Migration Colm Brophy announces launch of Ireland Against Racism Fund 2026
- Published on: 4 June 2026
- Last updated on: 4 June 2026
- €1.4m is being made available to applicant groups operating at national, regional and local level to support the implementation of the National Action Plan Against Racism.
- The overall objective of this fund is to provide funding for national & regional projects, as well as local initiatives, that aim to combat racism and foster racial equality and community cohesion.
- The grant scheme is open to applications from existing non-government organisations and community organisations that have a specific focus on anti-racism initiatives.
The Minister of State for Migration Colm Brophy, today announced that applications can now be made for funding from the Ireland Against Racism Fund.
The Ireland Against Racism funding call is an important element in supporting the implementation of the National Action Plan Against Racism.
Announcing the fund, Minister Brophy said:
“I am pleased to announce that applications can now be made for the 2026 round of the Ireland Against Racism Fund, with €1.4m available for both local and national projects to combat racism across Ireland.
"This year, I am also providing funding for a small number of multiyear projects under the programme. Multiyear funding will provide projects with greater stability and increase the potential for sustained impact.
"The National Action Plan Against Racism draws directly from the lived experiences of those impacted by discrimination. Because defeating racism requires a collective effort rather than government action alone, we are calling on local and grassroots groups to apply. Your community-led initiatives are vital to building a safer, more inclusive Ireland for everyone.’’
This year, there are three streams of funding;
- Scheme 1 will provide grants, ranging from €100,000 to €250,000, to organisations for large multi-annual projects. Scheme1 projects will be rolled out over a period of three years.
- Scheme 2 will provide grants, ranging from €40,000 to €100,000, to organisations for national and regional projects.
- Scheme 3 will provide grants, ranging from €5,000 to €10,000, to organisations for local projects.
All applications must be submitted electronically.
Applications for funding will remain open until noon on 1st July. Groups can access a detailed guidance document and complete an online application form at the following link: Ireland Against Racism Fund
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Notes for Editors
Since its inception in 2023, the Ireland Against Racism Fund has supported 95 projects with grant funding totalling €3.9m.
Applications for Funding will be assessed according to the following criteria:
- Strategic fit and achieving the goals of the Scheme
- Strength of proposal
- Capacity of applicant organisation to deliver work programme
- Financial management and value for money