Fundraising ideas for clubs at Clan Credo event

Local clubs are community organisations are being urged to book their place at a upcoming event offering new fundraising ideas and information on grants available.

The Clann Credo Information and Networking Event will take place at the Dunleer Market House on Tuesday, November 26th from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

The event will include lots of helpful advice, including information on grants available from Louth LEADER Partnership.

Jennifer Hennessy, Regional Manager with Clann Credo, who is organising the event stated: ‘Our aim is to give community groups and sports clubs all the information they need on grants that are available locally, how to run effective fundraising campaigns and how to get loan finance if they need it.’

Clann Credo are delighted to welcome Liz Roche, a leading fundraising advisor to the community and non-profit sector in Ireland. Liz will share her experiences of what works best in fundraising campaigns. Mary O’Neill from Louth LEADER Partnership will give you all the information you need to know about their community grants, and Tony Marshall from Clann Credo will provide information on the types of loans available to community groups.

Many grant funds require ‘match funding’ from community groups – so loan finance and fundraising are essential for bringing your community project to life. Clann Credo has over 20 years of experience working with community groups throughout Ireland and have invested over €120 million in community projects. Because Clann Credo is a non-profit charity, they understand community groups, the volunteers that work so hard to improve life in their communities and the difficulties they can face in obtaining finance.

Catrina Culligan will present a case study on Boomerang - One Stop Youth Service and Café in Drogheda and tell us how they have benefitted from investment by Clann Credo.

There will be presentations, round table discussions and plenty of opportunities to network and ask questions. Complimentary tea, coffee and sandwiches will be provided, and the event is free to attend.

Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. You can register here www.bit. ly/LouthEvent or ring Clann Credo on 01 400 2100.