£70k Grant from Dormant Accounts

£70k Grant from Dormant Accounts helps secure future development of Dungannon Enterprise Centre

In the latest round of grants awarded from the Dormant Accounts Fund NI, 15 voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations have received their share of £1,248,814 to support their long-term future.

Thanks to Dormant Accounts Fund NI and The National Lottery Community Fund for supporting our organisation, Dungannon Enterprise Centre.

Dormant Accounts Fund NI supports the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector in Northern Ireland to be more resilient and prepared for the future by funding activity that increases capacity and sustainability. The Fund supports VCSE organisations to adapt to future challenges and be more financially resilient.

Dungannon Enterprise Centre will use their £70,940 grant to develop their staff, operations and finance processes to future-proof the organisation. Over three years the project will enhance their business model, upgrade their website and online business platform, develop a marketing plan, implement a new financial management system, and deliver training for staff and board. The project will also research renewable energy systems to install in the centre.

Delivered by The National Lottery Community Fund in conjunction with the Department of Finance, the Dormant Accounts Fund NI supports organisations to be more resilient and prepared for the future by funding activity that increases capacity and sustainability.