Community Sport Facilities Fund 2026

Written By Emer Higgins

Registration is now OPEN for the Community Sports Facilities Fund.

Formerly known as the Sports Capital Grant, the Community Sport Facilities Fund (CSFF) introduces a redesigned three-tier structure, providing higher grant ceilings and a simpler application process, making it easier for sports clubs, community organisations and local authorities to access Government support.  

Among the key changes are:

  • Local grants of up to €250,000

  • Tier 2 grants of between €250,000 and €550,000

  • A new Tier 3 with grants of up to €750,000 for larger multi-sport projects

  • Easier eligibility rules, including reduced lease requirements

  • Greater encouragement for partnerships between sports clubs and schools  

Registration is now open through the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport’s new SPRAOI online system.


💻 STEP 1: REGISTER
If you previously registered on the OSCAR system, you do not need to re-register on the new portal, you will be automatically transferred over.
Any new applications must register on the SPRAOI system.

📄 STEP 2: SUBMIT APPLICATION:
Only online applications will be accepted from 9am, 19th October 2026 till 5pm 26th February 2027.

The Community Sports Facilities fund provides

→ MORE SUPPORT FOR SPORT

→ EASIER APPLICATIONS

→ BIGGER GRANTS

For more information see: Sports Capital

 

Emer Higgins

TD For Dublin Mid-West

Minister of state, attending cabinet, with responsabikity for Disability

https://www.emerhiggins.ie
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