Oiliúint

Oiliúint is open to artists, organisations, or individuals who are developing or promoting the arts in the Gaeltacht. It supports training and development opportunities related to artistic practice and career progression, as well as opportunities to build capacity and promote good practice within the Gaeltacht arts sector. The scheme supports professional training or training of a professional standard.

Funding Areas 

1. Workshops, courses, and training events in the arts 
2. Mentoring and Shadowing 
3. Travel and accommodation costs specifically related to attending the above training opportunities 

Applications Related to Children and Young People 

Children and young people are a priority in Ealaín na Gaeltachta’s current strategy, and we have a dedicated fund for supporting the development of traditional arts and drama for children and young people through the Cuisle Programme, with support from the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. Applications can be made to develop the practice of artists or arts workers in the Gaeltacht who are working with children and young people outside of the formal education system. 

In relation to children and young people, this scheme could support courses, professional development, or mentoring for artists related to children and young people’s arts practice. 

The scheme will not support the following: 

• Individuals who are in the early stages of developing their practice; 
• Third-level courses, aspects related to third-level courses, or applicants still in the second or third-level education system; 
• Arts workshops aimed at the general public. 

How to make an application 

Before applying, it is advisable to contact your regional Arts Facilitator or the Children and Young People’s Arts Development Officer. 

The applicant must complete the application form in full, including a detailed description of the planned training. It is recommended that the form be printed, signed by the applicant, and submitted via email to cuisle@udaras.ie (if it relates to young people) or ealain@udaras.ie (if not). Applications, along with all necessary supporting materials, must be submitted at least four weeks before the start date of the training. 

Essential Supporting Material 

• The applicant’s arts CV; 
• Link or copy of any official course programme; 
• Biography/CV/Information about any mentor or trainer; 
• Evidence of any one-time or formal arrangement with a mentor, trainer, etc. including details of the work (duration, dates, and agreed training costs). 

What happens if you are awarded a grant?  

An offer letter will be issued setting out the amount of the grant and the conditions attached to it. This letter must be signed and returned to Ealaín na Gaeltachta along with a bank details form before the grant is paid. The name of the applicant must be the same as the name on the bank account. 

Funding Available: 

Maximum: €1,000