Co-operation Ireland

The charity prioritises peace-building, conflict resolution, human rights, equality, diversity, and social cohesion. Funded activities include cross-community youth engagement, leadership programmes, mental health initiatives, ex-combatant inclusion, and civic pride efforts. Emphasis is placed on practical exchanges, mutual learning, and measurable impacts on community relations and interdependence. Geographically, support is directed towards organisations across the island of Ireland, including both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Eligible applicants are not-for-profit community groups and grassroots organisations based on the island of Ireland. There is a preference for smaller entities focused on cross-border and cross-community work. The funder supports registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, community interest companies, social enterprises, and community groups. There are no religious restrictions or strict income limits. Beneficiary groups include young people, marginalised communities, ex-prisoners, ethnic minorities, women leaders, and those in violence-affected areas.

Co-operation Ireland does not fund core costs or capital projects. Activities that are not aligned with peace-building, reconciliation, or social cohesion are also outside the scope of support.

The charity welcomes unsolicited applications and typically supports project-based work over one to two years. It often delivers programmes directly or partners with other organisations. The funding style emphasises practical exchanges and mutual learning, but specific details about multi-year or core cost support are not provided beyond the exclusions noted.