Training Links Programme
Applications for funding for Training Links 2026 – 2028 are now open!
Training Links funds and supports networks of community and voluntary organisations for joint training.
Training Networks are invited to apply for grants ranging from €10,000.00 to €50,000.00. There is a total fund of €240,000.00 available, and applications are welcome from new, existing, previously funded networks who have completed their programme or previously unsuccessful networks.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 24 April 2026 at 5pm.
Application Documents
- Training Links 2026-2028 Programme Overview
- Training Links 2026 - 2028 Timetable of Activities
- Training Links 2026 - 2028 FAQs
- Training Links 2026 - 2028 Eligibility, Selection & Appeals Process
- Training Links 2026-2028 Application Checklist
- Training Links 2026-2028 Application Form
Video Explainers
Please watch the following explainer video before or during completing the application form to ensure you are completing all sections correctly:
2025 - 2026
Programme
2024 - 2026
Programme
Case Studies
Training Links
Videos
"As a QQI provider, funding from The Wheel Training Links Grant has strengthened Craol’s training quality and delivery.
This grant allowed us to revise the teaching practices of the courses we deliver, bring them in line with current methods and technologies, update and revise our training materials, train new trainers to deliver our courses and deliver GDPR and Data protection training to member station volunteers, boards and staff.
The Training Links Grant is supporting Craol in delivering QQI Certified courses across our network to 2,500 volunteers, 200 staff and members of the communities our 21 member stations broadcast to.
This in turn increases Community Radio Station’s capacity to deliver Social Benefits that is the remit of Community Radio. "
- Mary Lennon, Craol Training Network (2022 - 2024 Training Links Programme)
"It has helped establish a culture of learning and capacity building across a sector that was previously notable for its absence"
- Brendan Mulry, Meals on Wheels Training Network Coordinator (2021-2023 Training Links Programme)
