Applications open for Dundalk FC Harry Taaffe Community Recovery Fund

Dundalk FC have announced that applications are now open for the Harry Taaffe Community Recovery Fund, sponsored by Fyffes.

The Fund has been set up to help a person with experience of mental health challenges to achieve some goals.

These goals may be educational, recreational or a social activity that requires some funding to help the person achieve this purpose.

Applications must be for a recognised project where there is a clear need and benefit for the person undertaking it.

Projects supported by the fund include:

Part or full payment of educational or training course fees.
Contribution towards the development of a creative or artistic project.
Contribution towards participation in a recreational activity.
Contribution towards the purchase of an item that may assist the person in a creative, educational or work activity (excludes purchase of mobile phones, games consoles, holidays).
Contribution to a project which enhances the person’s employment, self-esteem or presence in the community.

Applications will only be accepted from the individual seeking and benefiting from the funding applied for.

Applications from organisations or mental health professionals on behalf of individuals will not be accepted.

The maximum amount that can be applied for is €500.

Application forms must be typed if possible. If not, writing should be legible in block capital letters.

Applications must be accompanied by a quote/full details of the funding being requested.

The Dundalk FC Harry Taaffe Community Recovery Fund is a limited fund. Consequently, it will not be possible to grant all requests for funding.

If you do not have access to email, you can pick up an application form from the front office at Oriel Park and also return it there.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday, September 29th 2023.