Local Youth Club Grant Scheme (LYCGS)

The Local Youth Club Grant Scheme (LYCGS) supports volunteer-led youth club/group activities at a local level. The scheme supports voluntary youth club/group activities for young people with priority given to clubs/groups catering for young people aged 10–21. The primary focus of the scheme is to assist local volunteer-led youth clubs/groups that provide a programme of youth work activities for young people. The scheme which provides grant aid towards the costs of running clubs/groups. Funding for the scheme is provided by the Department of Education and Youth and is administered locally by Education and Training Boards.

• Volunteer-led youth clubs/groups (including those that may be affiliated to staff-led youth services and are run by volunteers) can apply.
• 75% of the club/group members must be between the ages of 10 and 21.
• The club/group must be fully compliant with all requirements set out in the Children First Act (2015).
• All adult volunteers working with young people must have been Garda vetted before they start volunteering.
• It must be able to clearly outline the benefits of club/group membership for young people who participate in its programmes.
• Information on all aspects of the three NQSVLYG Standards must be included in your Application Form response.
• Local Community Games Committees that provide non-sporting youth activities may be eligible for funding.
• Please note that sports clubs/groups are not eligible to receive funding under the terms of this scheme.
• NQSVLYG standards: Improve the quality of the programmes and activities provided. Improve the way programmes and activities are planned and delivered. Provide young people with the opportunity to have a say in the development and review of the group and its activities.

Clubs/groups applying for the grant must apply through their ETB and make sure all information on the application form is accurate and submitted on time. ETBs will advertise the scheme locally on an annual basis.

Any queries or issues related to Local Youth Club Grant Scheme please contact your local ETB. You can contact your local Education and Training Board for information

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