Purpose of the Fund

This local community benefit fund was originally set up by Energia Renewables, and has now been taken over by Greencoat Capital.

The fund has been established to ensure that the Crighshane and Church Hill wind farms, whilst having obvious environmental benefits, also provide significant social and economic benefits to the local community.

Funding is available to local community projects that are planned and run for the benefit of the local population and are within 6km of the Wind Farms.

The fund will support projects addressing issues within the following theme areas:

Energy efficiency and sustainability
Social, cultural or sporting benefit for the local community
Educational issues with a sustainability angle
Environmental benefit or economic benefit

Examples of who can apply:

Constituted voluntary organisations and community groups
Local youth groups

Funding available:

Grants up to £5,000

In very exceptional circumstances the panel may decide to award grants up to £10,000.

Please be advised that applications should request up to £5,000. If you wish to be considered for additional funds, please complete the additional question included on the application form.

For more information and to apply please visit Crighshane and Churchill Community Benefit Fund - Community Foundation Northern Ireland

Closing date is 8th January 2026.