Offaly County Council's Community & Culture Section is delighted to announce the launch of the Offaly County Council Community & Voluntary Group Awards 2026.

This purpose of the initiative is to acknowledge the commitment of groups and organisations who participate in Community and Voluntary activities in County Offaly, and to recognise the significant impact their actions have on the quality of life of people in their communities.

Applications are now open and nominations can be submitted by individual members of the public and by voluntary community groups and organisations.

Complete the online nomination form here: Community & Culture Voluntary & Group Awards 2026

Closing Date: 06 September 2026 – late applications will not be accepted.

Nomination Categories are as follows: -

• Community Involvement Award
• Culture & Heritage Award
• Equality & Social Inclusion Award
• Children & Youth Supports Award
• Environment & Climate Action Award
• Sports Award
• Arts & Culture Award
• Health & Well Being Award
• Older People Supports Award

Please see https://www.offaly.ie/community-voluntary-group-awards-2026/  for further information on each category.

Finalists will be selected in each award category and invited to an Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner in November 2026 in Birr.

Winners will receive a bursary of €500 for use in their community work. 

Details and particulars of the competition are available here

For further assistance and queries, please contact the Community & Culture Section by email