Regional Strategic Funding

All Regional Voluntary Youth Organisations registered with the Education Authority Youth Service, with proven track record of supporting EA registered local youth organisations in the delivery of quality youth work are eligible to apply.

We want to support Regional Voluntary Youth Organisations who will bring about positive change to the quality of local youth work delivery. This will be achieved through providing funding for;

• • • Governance; support for local youth organisations and their management committees
    • Curriculum; support for local youth organisations in the development of their programme of youth work activities and projects
    • Representation and Collaboration; to work with and represent member organisations
    • Workforce Development; support member organisations in relation their staff, staff training and development
    • Safeguarding & Child Protection; support member organisations to ensure they are appropriately trained in safeguarding and child protection practices
    • Quality Assurance; support member organisations to provide high quality reflective youth work practice with effective quality assurance processes
    • Youth Work Outcomes; support member organisations to report effectively on Engagement Framework and Outcomes Framework 

All Funding Will Be Based On;

• • • Assessed need as identified in the Regional Assessment of Need and Regional Youth Development Plan
    • Strength-based approaches to youth work and the development of programmes and projects that will be positive and build resilience in young people.

When Will This Funding Be Available?

Funding Opportunities will be publicly advertised on the EA Funding . There will be availability of up to 3 years funding with an annual maximum of up to £150,000. This is subject to ongoing review in collaboration with the Department of Education.

What Can I Use This Funding For?

You can use this funding for core costs associated with the following;

• • • Staffing Salaries
    • Programme Development
    • Overheads

How Do I Apply For This Funding?

You can apply for Regional Strategic funding here.

How Will I Account For The Funding?

You will be required to complete:

• An Income and Expenditure form by 30th April each year or at the end of project
• EA Financial Verification
• EA Target Monitor on agreed outcomes – Engagement Framework, Outreach/Detached Framework and Youth Work Outcome Framework
• EA Moderation

Applicants are required as part of the application process to submit an indicative budget profile that reflects their applied for costs. This must be completed using the template provided below.

Funding Scheme Budget Submission Form

Application Form Questions

Please Click Here to download the Assessment Criteria for responses for application form questions

Please Click here to download a copy of the Guidance notes for Regional Strategic Funding Application submissions.

Other Supporting Guidance for Applicants

1. Terms and Conditions of EA Youth Service Funding for Voluntary Youth Organisations
2. Moderation and Monitoring of EA Funded Voluntary Youth Organisations
3. Financial Verification of EA Funded Voluntary Youth Organisations
4. Use of the Education Authority Logo for EA Funded Voluntary Youth Organisations