A new round of the Community Investment Fund (CIF) has been launched by Lisburn & Castlereagh Council.

The CIF offers grants of up to £350,000 to organisations to support transformative projects that will make a lasting difference to local communities – whether through new buildings, upgraded facilities, or innovative outdoor spaces. 

Discussing the CIF, Councillor Jonathan Craig, Chair of the Council's Communities and Wellbeing Committee, said: "The Community Investment Fund has already brought seven outstanding projects to life, and we're excited to see what this next wave of applications will bring. From sport and wellbeing to regeneration and inclusivity, this fund is about real impact, real people, and real change."

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Projects which have made successful applications to previous rounds of the CIF include:

• Ballymacash Sports Academy – £250,000 for a new sports and community facility;

• Crewe United – £195,000 for accessible toilet, changing facilities and car parking;

• Lisburn Rugby Club – £225,000 to expand its fitness suite and facilities;

• Canal Boxing Club – £285,455 for a new Sports Hub at QEII playing fields;

• Hillhall Regeneration Group – £350,000 for a new community hall/resource centre;

• Carryduff GAC – £290,000 for outdoor pitch improvements and site expansion;

• Ballinderry War Memorial Hall – £350,000 for full restoration and regeneration works.

Projects must be capital-based (not revenue), and not owned or managed by the council. Additionally, applicants must provide at least 50% match funding and each organisation can apply once only. Projects must align with council priorities and show clear local need.

Applications have now opened and will close at 4pm on June 4. For more information and to apply click here.