Housing Finance Agency invites applications for €500,000 Social Investment Fund
The Housing Finance Agency is inviting applications from customers for its Social Investment Fund, which has up to €500,000 available to support local community-enhancing initiatives and facilities.
Local Authorities, certified Approved Housing Bodies and Higher Education Institutions that apply for funding this year can seek up to €50,000 towards an individual project.
The initiative should align with one or more of the HFA’s core objectives:
- Complementing housing developments with supports and facilities that foster vibrant, inclusive communities.
- Enhancing community wellbeing with projects that improve the quality of life for local residents.
- Supporting social inclusion by backing initiatives that engage diverse groups in society, including residents in specialist housing, and encourage community engagement.
- Encouraging innovation and environmental sustainability in communities by promoting creative, forward-thinking and impactful projects.
Last year’s successful applications included play spaces, activities for senior citizens, family support programmes and biodiversity gardens. The full list can be found here.
To take part, simply download the application form and email the completed version to sifapplications@hfa.ie by 1 August 2025.
For more information on eligibility and how to apply check out our policy here.
