September 14, 2026

Round 2 of the 2026 Community Awards is now open for applications!

September 14, 2026/ Anita Doonan

The Community Awards are part of Belfast Harbour’s ongoing commitment to advance prosperity and create vibrant places and communities by supporting the work of grassroots and charitable organisations across Northern Ireland.

Entries are now open for the second round of the awards, offering eligible groups and organisations individual grants of up to £5,000.

Details on applications and entry criteria are available by clicking on the guidelines below.

To submit your entry please click HERE

Deadline for applications is Friday, September 25th at 5pm

For more information please visit Belfast Harbour | Community Awards

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