Funding now available to help celebrate the life of Derry s patron saint
Commemorations being organised in honour of St Columba
The Aras Cholmcille centre in Derry.
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A new grants scheme as part of the Colmcille 1500 commemorations is now open for applications.
Colmcille 1500 is a year-long commemoration marking the 1500th anniversary of the birth of Colmcille - also known as Columba.
Donegal County Council and Derry City & Strabane District Council are co-ordinating a programme for the year which includes a community grants scheme now open for applications until 3.00pm on Friday 19th February 2021.
Grants of €2,000 or £1,800 are available for projects that primarily take place within the Donegal County Council or Derry City & Strabane District Council areas and the scheme is open to community organisations or groups/individuals working in partnership with communities.