CREATIVE IRELAND COUNTY CORK

GRANT SCHEME 2020

Cork County Council and Creative Ireland

County of Cork: Guidelines and Criteria ___________________________________________________________

1. Background:

"The Creative Ireland Programme is an invitation to the entire country to get involved in something

truly inspirational. At its heart is collaboration - between central and local government, between

culture and industry, between artists and policy makers - to facilitate an ecosystem of creativity.

Promoting creativity provides us with a strategy for individual wellbeing, social cohesion and

economic success."

Creative Ireland Programme

The Creative Ireland Programme, which is the national strategy for culture and creativity, recognises

the important role that culture has in all our lives, both for visitors to the County and for residents

new and old. By supporting and promoting culture in its widest sense, including arts, heritage, literary

traditions and traditional music, customs, and language, there is a commitment to something greater

than the sum of its parts; a commitment to wellbeing and fulfilment both individually and at

community level; a commitment to deepening our sense of place and strengthening our connection

with one another through culture.

The Creative Ireland Programme is based on the following five key themes:

1: Enabling the Creative Potential of Every Child

2: Enabling Creativity in Every Community

3: Investing in our Creative and Cultural Infrastructure

4: The Creative Industries including Media Production

5: Unifying our Global Reputation

Strand 2 (Community) is being led by local authorities across the country, each having published 5-

year Culture and Creativity Strategies in 2018. The County Cork Strategy is available to download

online (https://www.corkcoco.ie/sites/default/files/2018-11/CreativeCounty_Cork_final.pdf) and

focuses on the following 6 priorities:

Priority One: Enhancing and Investing in our Local Cultural and Creative Infrastructure

Priority Two: Liberating Creativity – encouraging the exploration of creative ability through culture,

both at the individual and community level

Priority Three: Knowing Ourselves – fostering a sense of belonging to place through our culture and

heritage and expressing this creatively

Priority Four: Supporting and promoting full community engagement with culture

Priority Five: Showcasing County Cork – supporting and promoting Cork’s cultural wonders and talent

at home and abroad

Priority Six: Our Native Voice – Our Irish Language

In order to work towards the key themes and priorities of the National Creative Ireland Programme

and the County Cork 5-year Culture and Creativity Strategy, the 2020 Creative Ireland County Cork

Grant Scheme has been put in place. This Scheme is being financed through monies from the

Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.

The Scheme recognises the importance of the community sector to the county’s very culture and

well-being and aims to support people and communities in undertaking projects and events that are

in keeping with any one or many of the Creative Ireland Programme Strands as well as any or many of

the 6 priorities set out in the County Cork Culture and Creativity Strategy, in addition to initiatives

that will generate awareness of the Creative Ireland Programme as a whole. The Scheme also sets

out to support events that are being undertaken for the national day of culture and youth – Cruinniú

na nÓg – taking place on Saturday June 13th 2020.

2. Criteria for Funding

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

Under this Grant Scheme each application must meet certain criterion, prior to proceeding to the

final assessment process. The Scheme is geared primarily towards not-for-profit groups/organisations

to undertake innovative programmes, events and initiatives that use culture and creativity as the

means to create positive long-lasting community impacts. Multi-disciplinary, collaborative projects of

a community origin/focus, will be given priority, particularly projects of scale and ambition that will

have a lasting legacy.

To be eligible for funding the following must be demonstrated:

That the proposal is to take place within or relate to the functional area of Cork County Council or

promotes important aspects of County Cork’s culture further afield.

That the Event/Initiative is of scale and ambition, ideally spanning two or more disciplines, e.g.

heritage and creative industries, or arts, libraries, archives, the Irish Language, community

development, etc.

That the Event/Initiative is innovative and uses culture and creativity as a means to create positive

social and economic impacts

That the proposal has been organised at individual/community level (cross-sectoral if possible) and will

either encourage or benefit participation in the Creative Ireland Programme.

That the Event/Initiative is designed to ensure a quality experience and grow the capacity of the citizen

and child to think and participate creatively in society

That the proposal is in keeping with at least one (preferably many) of the five themes of the Creative

Ireland Programme and any of the six priorities set out in the County Cork 5-year Culture and Creativity

Strategy.

That the project will be accessible to diverse audiences and participants and will be appropriate and

inclusive in theme and approach.

That the proposal will enhance the awareness of culture in a local area / community.

That the proposal will be designed on a realistic financial basis providing good value for money with all

funding used effectively and only in accordance with the objectives of the event/project.

That the proposal will be of long-term benefit to the County’s Culture and Creativity.

That each applicant has in place (or will have in place subject to a successful application) adequate

Insurance cover for all activities, as appropriate;

That the proposed project/event will be completed and the request for drawdown of grant submitted

to Cork County Council’s Creative Ireland Office, by Friday 09th October, 2020, unless otherwise

agreed.

In addition the following details must also be conveyed:

The anticipated target audience, where relevant

A breakdown of costs for undertaking the proposed project

Any additional supports and funding that may be required and have been secured from

relevant stakeholders

All grant recipients will be required to submit a summary report of the project/event/initiative funded and will

furthermore be required to clearly show that they have acknowledged the support of Cork County Council

through the use of social media, logos, branding, etc. Full details of all requirements will be set out in the letter

of offer for successful applicants and will also include details of attendance and participation; a break-down of

expenditure, and the provision of three high quality photographs and or film footage that can be used by Cork

County Council and/or the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Positive consideration, in

principle, will be given to proposals that include the capturing of the event/project in question by video.

3. Particulars of Funding:

It is the purpose of this scheme that each community will have the opportunity to tell their story and

look at elements of their community culture that deserve special mention. Projects that connect with

each of the five Strands of the Creative Ireland Programme will be encouraged, i.e. those that, for

example, involve, local children (preschool, primary school and secondary school); will include wide

community participation (e.g. collection of local tales by local historical society and presented by an

artist/maker); will provide a digital database of an agreed element of culture relating to the area; will

involve local creative industries as an element; and, will share this story with the community diaspora

abroad (i.e. support County Cork’s Culture abroad or indeed look at the County’s historic cultural

impact(s) abroad).

It is intended that the scheme will also cover a myriad of events, including those in Irish, and those

that reach out to/involve new audiences (Irish and New-Irish), as well as cultural archival/digitisation

projects including photographic collections, and projects that link the older generation with younger

generations. Cultural Workshops for people of all ages will also be encouraged as too will projects

that draw on the County’s vast culture and heritage for their output, as well as projects relating to

the County’s Literacy Culture and Irish Language and many further projects of a contemporary nature

(culture/heritage-related craft, dance, music, multimedia, etc.). Inclusivity is a key aim of the Creative

Ireland Programme and projects and events that are collaborative; multidisciplinary and reach out to

full communities and people of all abilities are encouraged. Cork County Council through the scheme

is particularly keen to support longer-term significant legacy projects/initiatives.

The following headings now highlight the main particulars of this funding scheme:

How much funding will be awarded per successful application?

Fund amounts granted will not exceed €5,000 for any individual project and it is envisaged that the

majority of applications will be for events and projects that range in cost from a few hundred euro to

a few thousand.

How will the Decision on funding be made?

Cork County Council will evaluate each application and determine which projects are to be funded.

Decisions will be taken on a number of grounds, including the following selection criteria:

The extent to which the proposed event/project is aligned to the Creative Ireland Programme and the

priorities of the Cork County 5-year Culture and Creativity Strategy. Applicants are advised to be

strongly familiar with these two documents as evidence in this regard will be looked for in all

applications made under this scheme.

The scope of the project/event and the extent to which it maximises community/citizen engagement

(including inclusivity and diversity in approach);

The legacy potential of the proposed event/project in terms of ambition, innovation and the fostering

of creativity

The cost of the proposed event/project and its feasibility, where any additional supports and funding requirements are identified and confirmed

Please note that there is no guarantee of funding for projects/events that nonetheless may have

achieved the minimum eligibility criteria. The fund is limited and eligible applications will be

evaluated on a competitive basis, including amongst other factors, the selection criteria outlined

above. Also of note is that there are eight Municipal Districts in County Cork and geographical

representation and distribution of funds will play a part in the overall awarding of grants.

What items and expenses are excluded from the Creative Ireland County Cork Grant Scheme 2020?

Spend on alcoholic beverages, fines, penalty payments, legal cost, audit fees, financial consultancy fees

and wages and salaries of consultants

Any proposal where it is determined that the main beneficiary would be a private entity

Accommodation costs

In general, the cost of items for resale are ineligible

Projects that do not relate to the County’s Culture and/or the Creative Ireland Programme

What typical projects/events are included in the fund?

Projects and events that relate to Creative Ireland

Arts or heritage projects that can demonstrate positive impact in or the capacity to animate

communities

Cultural Archive Projects; for example photographic collections and/or oral histories of people and

place, digitising of records, etc.

Arts or heritage based workshops/projects that encourage creativity for people of all ages

Creative projects that are inclusive of all abilities

Arts or heritage projects that aim to develop or promote any aspect of the indigenous artistic culture

of the County

Projects that support and promote the Irish language

Projects that showcase the stories of communities and their culture

Audio/Visual culture-based projects, particularly those that link older generations with those younger

Creative Ireland related lectures, summer schools, and cultural performances/re-enactments

Projects that have been organised for, or coincide with, Cruinniú na nÓg, taking place around the

County of Cork on Saturday June 13th 2020

Other – if a case can be made that it will form an appropriate component of Creative Ireland in the

County of Cork and that it is in keeping with at least one of the key themes of the National Creative

Ireland Plan and priorities of the County Cork 5-year Culture and Creativity Strategy.

If successful how is the Fund to be drawn down?

Payment will only be made after the event or project is completed, save the following exception:

{given the nature of some events/projects advance funding may be necessary and Cork County Council

will decide on this matter on a case by case basis}. In order to receive full payment, the successful

applicant must provide the following:

Evidence that the event or project has taken place. This must include a signed disclaimer and

the provision of at least three high quality photographs that can be used by Cork County Council

and/or the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.

Receipts/Invoices for all items that exceed 10% of overall cost and a full breakdown of all

costs incurred.

A summary report (the letter of offer will set out the specific requirements, which will include

details of attendance and participation; expenditure breakdown, promotion of the project/initiative,

etc.).

Cork County Council reserves the right to audit the records pertaining to any event or project in order

to ensure compliance with the Cork County Council guidelines.

Unless otherwise agreed, funding not claimed by the agreed deadline will be cancelled.

The deadline date is October 9th 2020.

Terms of Funding:

Outcome on evaluation of applications:

Successful applicants will receive an emailed Letter of offer in April/early May 2020. This letter will

form the contract between Cork County Council and the organiser and will detail all conditions and

requirements. A list of successful applicants will be published on Cork County Council’s website

stating the title/ details of the event/project taking place. Upon request, unsuccessful applicants will

also be informed as to why their application was unsuccessful.

Promotion:

Successful applicants must acknowledge Cork county Council in all promotional activite4s and digital

communications. The Cork County Council logo must be used in a prominent place on all materials

produced in relation to the project. Where Social Media platforms are engaged prior, during or after

the event, Cork County Council should be tagged and referenced as the event sponsor.

For all applicants notified that their application has been successful in receiving funding, it must be

ensured that the project/event is promoted as part of the Creative Ireland Programme and

appropriate guidelines to support this will be included with the letter of offer. Please note that Cork

County Council & Creative Ireland logos must be acknowledged on all publicity, press and marketing

material produced in connection with the project / event. With any events being undertaken,

consideration should also be made by each organiser with regard to inviting local representatives and

the Mayor of the County of Cork and where an event is proposed details of same shall be uploaded

onto www.purecork.ie.

Submission of Proposed Projects:

Details of all proposed projects/events must be submitted to Cork County Council for the same to be

considered for inclusion in the Creative Ireland Programme for County Cork 2020. Applications can be

sent by post to Creative Ireland County Cork, C/O Conor Nelligan, Cork County Council, Floor 3,

County Hall, Carrigrohane Road, Cork and/or by email to creativeireland@corkcoco.ie, to be received

prior to 12 noon on Thursday, 26th March, 2020.

You may also submit accompanying additional documentation with your completed application form

as appropriate and please note that information supplied is subject to the Freedom of Information

Act.

If you would like an application ‘as gaeilge’ please send an email to creativeireland@corkcoco.ie

requesting same.

Coordination of Events:

In support of Creative Ireland, Cork County Council will act as a vector in promoting a myriad of local

cultural events throughout the County. These will include events that were successful in the Creative

Ireland County Cork Grant Scheme 2020 as well as related and relevant projects where funding was

not sought/received. This Programme will be made available online at https://www.corkcoco.ie/arts-

heritage/creative-ireland and successful applicants must submit all details of events taking place for

inclusion and promotion online (same to be done by emailing creativeireland@corkcoco.ie).

A Note on Cruinniú na nÓg:

It is anticipated that a number of applications for Cruinniú na nÓg events will be submitted under the

Scheme. Cruinniú na nÓg takes place on June 13th 2020 Cork County Council encourages potential

applicants to consider organising participative and diverse events for young people on the day. The

guiding principles of Cruinniú na nÓg 2020 are:

To empower children and young people to develop their creative expression by providing

opportunities for them to participate in creative activities in their local area.

To increase awareness of the benefits of participation in creative activities.

All events should be focussed on children and young people (up to 18) and focused on what children

want and need; in particular, those children and young people that are harder to reach. Applicants

should try to ensure that young people are involved in the creation of the project/initiative/event.

The majority of events should be activity based with children and young people ‘doing’, ‘making’,

‘creating’. Suitable commissioned events will also be considered under this scheme with priority

given to ground-up, community-led approaches.

Child Protection

It is Cork County Council policy that applicants proposing activities involving children must supply an

up to date Child Protection Policy. Failure to submit a valid document or submission of a partial

document will render the application invalid.

A note on Data Protection:

Please note that Personal information is collected by Cork County Council in the carrying out of its

functions with regard to Creative Ireland. Legally the Local Authority can process this information as it

has been obtained with your consent and it is necessary in order to comply with requirements. The

protection of your personal data is a key priority for the Council and your data will be processed in

line with the Council’s Privacy Policy which is available at https://www.corkcoco.ie/privacy-

statement-cork-county-council or in hardcopy from any Council office.

Should you have any questions about the Council’s Privacy Policy or the information that Cork County

Council hold about you, please contact the Council by email to dpo@corkcoco.ie or write to the Data

Protection Officer, Cork County Council, County Hall, Carrigrohane Road, Cork, Ireland.

Typing of applications

Applicants are encouraged to type and review their applications. Cork County Council cannot be

responsible for any errors or misunderstandings that may arise from illegible or un-reviewed

information supplied.

CREATIVE IRELAND COUNTY CORK GRANT SCHEME 2020

Cork County Council andCreative Ireland

COUNTY OF CORK APPLICATION FORM ___________________________________________________________

Please read Guidelines and Criteria before submitting application.

CLOSING DATE: 12 noon on Thursday 26th March 2020

1. GENERAL:

Applicant/Organisation Name(s):

_________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Person:

_________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Postal Address:

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Phone no.: ______________________________________________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________________________________

2. PROJECT/EVENT DETAILS:

Title of proposed project/initiative/event:

A description of the project/initiative/event (circa 200 words) setting out the cultural relevance of same and how it embodies the Creative Ireland Programme and County Cork Culture and Creativity Strategy. Please note it is intended that this description will be used online for promotional purposes:

Location of project / event (i.e. townland; nearest village/town and venue as appropriate)?

_________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

Municipal District area in which the applicant/project is based?

_________________________________________________________________________________

Precise Date(s) of project / event? Please note that this date(s) will be promoted online -

_________________________________________________________________________________

To which ONE of the following National Creative Ireland Programme Strands does the Project / Event relate to:

STRAND NAME Please tick

1 Children2 Community 3 Cultural Infrastructure/collection4 Creative Industries

5 Internationalisation

Please state why you have chosen this strand: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

To which of the following County Cork Culture and Creativity Priorities does the Project / Event relate to:

STRAND NAME Please tick

1 Investment in Cultural/Creative Infrastructure

2 Liberating Creativity (Inclusivity and new participants)

3 Knowing Ourselves – Knowing Our Traditions

4 Community Engagement in Culture and Creativity

5 Showcasing County Cork’s Culture and Creativity

6 Our Irish Language

Please state why you have chosen this strand: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please provide details of the target audience (eg children, families, communities etc), expected numbers and the location of the project or target area of the project:

3. Financial information

Expenditure: It is vital that you provide as much detail about the cost of the proposed project. This will aid our assessment of the feasibility of the project.

Income: It is equally important that each applicant provides details of all projected income sources. Cork County Council will only consider applications that make a valid case for support for any shortfall between income and expenditure.

EXPENDITURE Please provide a detailed breakdown of costs of this proposal:

ITEM (eg, printing, marketing, materials, etc.) ESTIMATED COST (€)

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST

INCOME Please provide a detailed breakdown of all income sources: ITEM (eg, sponsorship, other funding sources, fees, ticket sales, ) ESTIMATED

INCOME (€)

TOTAL ESTIMATED INCOME

Total income: __________________ Total Expenditure:___________________

TOTAL AMOUNT SOUGHT FROM CORK COUNTY COUNCIL:

€_______________

Has this project received or applied for other sources of funding? Yes ____ No ____

If YES , the source(s) and amount of funding sought/received must be stated here:

4.P

ROMOTION

Please indicate how the project/initiative/event will be promoted, i.e. brochures, posters, radio, facebook, Instagram, twitter, newspaper, etc.:

Please provide details of your experience in delivering projects/initiatives/events of this nature (this to also include the competencies/key skills of the group/individual):

Would you like to be kept informed by email of upcoming events, news and information regarding

the Creative Ireland Programme in the County of Cork? If yes, please enter the corresponding email

address here:

______________________________________________________________________________

5. APPLICANT STATEMENT

I have completed all relevant sections of this application form and confirm that all information provided is accurate.

Name (printed): _______________________ Signature: ________________________

Date: _______________________________________