Safefood is calling on community-led organisations to apply for funding under its Community Food Initiatives (CFI) Innovate programme. This initiative supports local projects that help people in disadvantaged areas make healthier food choices and improve access to safe, nutritious food. Since it began in 2010, more than 65,000 people have taken part in CFI activities.
The 2025–2028 programme is funded by Safefood and managed by SECAD Partnership CLG. Safefood is the cross-border body established under the British-Irish Agreement (1999) to raise awareness of food safety and healthy eating across the island of Ireland.
What is CFI Innovate?
CFI Innovate, previously known as CFI at Home, offers support for once-off or short-term projects that use food as a way to tackle health and social issues in local communities. Funding can be used to:
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Run small community projects.
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Deliver programmes that provide ongoing support to participants.
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Develop new and creative food-related initiatives that promote healthier living.
There are two categories available:
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CFI Innovate – Small Project
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CFI Innovate – Improving Access to Safe and Healthy Food
Available Funding
Organisations can apply for grants of up to €1,500 (or GBP equivalent) to deliver projects in their area.
Who Can Apply?
Applicant organisations must:
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Be community-led with legal status and proper governance structures.
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Demonstrate experience in managing public funds for social inclusion work.
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Employ staff with professional community development experience.
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Have a track record of working with the target group identified.
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Contribute to wider community initiatives.
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Provide support across communities regardless of age, background, or faith.
How to Apply
For full details and to apply, contact Sinéad Conroy at SECAD Partnership:
📧 sconroy@secad.ie
📱 +353 (0)87 354 3606
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