Funding is being made available to community groups marking Water Heritage Day this August.
€30,000 in grants is available through the Water Heritage Grants Scheme 2026 for community-led events and initiatives.
The stated goal is to highlight local water heritage and raise awareness of water quality.
Suggested ideas for community groups include hosting river safaris, riverside talks, and publishing booklets on local waterways.
Organisers of Water Heritage Day events can submit their event to be considered for a Water Heritage Award.
The closing date for grant applications is Monday, 20th July at 5pm.
Local Authority Waters Programme Water Heritage Day Grants Scheme 2026 events must be held during Heritage Week 2026.
The theme of Heritage Week 2026 is "Heritage at Risk”.
Funding is provided for the Water Heritage Day Grants Scheme from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and administered by the Local Authority Waters Programme.
An awards ceremony to recognise outstanding events held throughout Heritage Week 2026 will be held later in the year.
Organisers of Water Heritage Day events can submit their event to be considered for a Water Heritage Award.
More information on the awards can be found here.
