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Since 1995 the Trust has supported hundreds of community based projects in Fermanagh.

The Fermanagh Trust is a registered charity, established in 1995 to promote any charitable purpose, and to support initiatives which will lead to social and community development to improve the conditions of life for the people in County Fermanagh and imm The Fermanagh Trust, Fermanagh's Community Foundation, is dedicated to creating a partnership of donors, non-profit making organisations and the community, to find solutions to the pressing community needs in Fermanagh.

12/06/2026

Want to make a greater impact in your community?

Registrations are now open for the Diploma in Community Development Practice (2026–2027).

This course, facilitated by Fermanagh Trust and Rural Community Network, offers an opportunity to participants to explore community development in detail and to learn from the experiences of development initiatives elsewhere.

Designed for volunteers, committee members, community activists and those working across the community and voluntary sector, the Diploma will help participants develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to support positive change in their local area.

📚 Gain a recognised qualification
🤝 Learn alongside others passionate about community development
🌍 Explore real-life examples of successful community initiatives

For full details and to register, click here:
https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/diploma-in-community-development-practice/

As part of the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme, offering training and development opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh. The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme is one of 13 programmes as detailed in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, a project supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

10/06/2026

📚 Thank you to Volunteer Now for delivering Keeping Children Safe: Designated Officer Training today at Fermanagh House as part of our Investing in Community Volunteers Programme.

These essential courses provide a valuable opportunity for community and voluntary organisations to access high-quality safeguarding training locally and completely free of charge.

For information and to register for the remaining training opportunities, including Adult Safeguarding training, click here: https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/investing-in-community-volunteers-programme/

All sessions are designed for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector. As part of the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme, offering FREE training and development opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh.

The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme is one of 13 programmes as detailed in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, a project supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

08/06/2026

📢 Still spaces available on these upcoming safeguarding training sessions in Fermanagh House, Enniskillen.

These essential courses provide a valuable opportunity for community and voluntary organisations to access high-quality safeguarding training locally and completely free of charge.

🔹 Keeping Children Safe: Designated Officer Training
This course covers the role and responsibilities of the Designated Officer, Health and Social Care Trust structures and processes, issues and experiences around referrals and information sharing, and recent developments in safeguarding children and young people.

Please note: attendees must have previously completed a safeguarding children awareness course.

📅 Wednesday 10 June
📍 Fermanagh House, Enniskillen
⏰ 10am – 5pm

Register here: https://forms.gle/SLKpMf8B8qKtd1nQ9

🔹 Adult Safeguarding Champion and Appointed Persons Training
Designed for individuals who manage adult safeguarding issues within their organisation or group, this course explores the role and responsibilities of the Adult Safeguarding Champion or Appointed Person and examines common practice issues. Participants will gain an understanding of appropriate responses to safeguarding concerns, alongside key topics including consent, capacity, coercion, organisational and Trust responsibilities, and monitoring and reporting duties.

📅 Thursday 18 June
📍 Fermanagh House, Enniskillen
⏰ 9.30am – 4pm

Register here: https://forms.gle/WDB3fBLaTK7WCxwA7

All sessions are designed for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector. As part of the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme, offering FREE training and development opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh.

The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme is one of 13 programmes as detailed in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, a project supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

04/06/2026

📞 Volunteer Spotlight: Eric Johnston
Role: Telephone Befriender and Board Member

As part of , we're shining a spotlight on one of our wonderful volunteers, Eric Johnston.
After retiring, Eric wanted to find a meaningful way to give something back to his community. Through Connect Fermanagh, Eric found an opportunity to support people experiencing loneliness and isolation through our telephone befriending service.
Eric’s motivation comes from personal experience. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he cared for a family member whose life changed dramatically due to isolation.
"I saw first-hand the impact loneliness and isolation can have on someone's physical and mental health," Eric explains. "Before COVID, she was active and social, but when everything stopped, it was very upsetting to see the real impact on her health."

Today, Eric makes regular weekly calls to two befriending participants. Although their circumstances are very different, he says both benefit from having someone who genuinely listens and cares.
"I enjoy making the calls. One conversation might be 25 minutes and another nearly an hour, but that's a small amount of time that can make a massive difference to somebody's week."

Eric believes volunteering is just as rewarding for the volunteer as it is for the person receiving support.
"You get as much back as you give. You're helping someone else, but you're helping yourself too."
When asked if he would encourage others to get involved, his answer was simple:
"Oh yes, absolutely. If you can have a chat and enjoy a bit of craic, that's really all the qualification you need."

If you'd like to get involved with Connect Fermanagh, we'd love to hear from you. Call 028 66 320 230 or email [email protected]

04/06/2026

🌍As we celebrate , we're proud to highlight the incredible commitment of local people who are making a positive impact in communities around the world.

Through the Fisher Foundation, administered by Fermanagh Trust, £15,000 has been awarded this year to volunteers and organisations from across Fermanagh undertaking overseas development projects. From supporting education and healthcare initiatives to community development and youth programmes, these grants are helping local volunteers put compassion and service into action on a global scale.

Since 2003, the Fisher Foundation has supported more than 500 volunteers from Fermanagh and distributed over £550,000 to overseas volunteering projects, creating lasting benefits for communities abroad while enriching the lives and experiences of those taking part.

Congratulations to all this year's recipients, and thank you for representing Fermanagh so positively through your dedication and generosity.

🔗 Read the full story https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/fermanagh-volunteers-receive-15000-in-grants-from-fisher-foundation-for-overseas-projects/

04/06/2026

⏰ Reminder – there’s still time to apply.

Applications for the 2026 Slieve Rushen Wind Farm Fund remain open, with grants available to support projects that make a positive difference across local communities.

Pictured are representatives from community groups across Derrylin, Killesher, Kinawley, Teemore and surrounding areas who received funding through last year’s programme.

From outdoor learning spaces and sensory gardens to wellbeing initiatives, cultural projects and sports development, the fund continues to invest in ideas that strengthen community life.

If your organisation has a project that could enhance education, wellbeing, sustainability, culture or community engagement, we encourage you to apply.

Community groups across West Fermanagh and nearby areas of Cavan located within 12 kilometres of the wind farm are eligible to apply.

📅 Closing date: 15 June 2026

Find out more and submit your application here: https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/slieve-rushen-wind-farm-fund-open-for-applications/

01/06/2026

📢 Free Training Opportunity – Committees: Roles, Functions and Responsibilities

📅 Wednesday 3 June
📍 Fermanagh House, Enniskillen
🕙 10.00am – 1.00pm
💻 Hybrid delivery available

Are you involved in a community group, committee, or thinking about setting one up? This informative training session, delivered by Omagh Forum for Rural Associations, is designed to help you understand how effective groups are formed and managed.

This session will explore:
✅ How to set up a group from scratch, including bringing together people with shared interests
✅ Calling a public meeting and establishing a new group
✅ Different types of groups and structures
✅ What is expected of individuals participating in a group
✅ The roles and responsibilities of office bearers and committee members

Register here:
https://forms.gle/7DpvSKVrSaQXKpSS9

All sessions are designed for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector. As part of the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme, offering FREE training and development opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh.

The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme is one of 13 programmes as detailed in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, a project supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

28/05/2026

📣 Applications are now open for the Fermanagh Young Leaders Forum

Fermanagh Trust is delighted to invite applications for this exciting opportunity for young people aged 17–25 to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and make a real difference in their local community.

Running from September 2026 – April 2027, the programme gives participants the opportunity to take part in weekly sessions where they will:
✅ Develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
✅ Gain a recognised OCN qualification in Community Development
✅ Build valuable experience for CVs, further education, and employment
✅ Work together to identify key issues affecting young people
✅ Play a direct role in awarding grant funding to local projects
✅ Contribute to meaningful change in their community

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to help shape the future of your community, we’d love to hear from you.

🗓 Closing date for applications is 1st September 2026.

Find out more and apply here: https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/fermanagh-young-leaders-forum/

Fermanagh Young Leaders Programme is administered by Fermanagh Trust through our Investing in Community Volunteers programme. The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme is one of 13 programmes as detailed in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, a project supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

21/05/2026

📢 Upcoming FREE Training for the Community & Voluntary Sector

As part of the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme, our programme partners Volunteer Now are delivering 𝗔𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 designed for those responsible for dealing with adult safeguarding concerns within their organisation or group.

This essential training will cover:
✔️ The role and responsibilities of the Adult Safeguarding Champion/Appointed Person
✔️ Understanding the role within an organisational context
✔️ Exploring practice issues
✔️ Determining the correct course of action in relation to concerns
✔️ Consent, Capacity and Coercion
✔️ Organisational and Trust responsibilities
✔️ Monitoring and reporting duties of the ASC

📍 Venue: Fermanagh House
🕤 Time: Registration & refreshments from 9.30am. Course ends at 4pm

Places are limited, so early registration is encouraged.
Register here https://forms.gle/sKN76NemUx5JsXnw9

The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme is one of 13 programmes as detailed in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, a project supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

21/05/2026

A great day of learning for our social media team members Alex and Ellen, who recently took part in Social Media, AI & Canva training delivered through the Fermanagh Trust.
The session provided valuable insights into creating engaging content, using AI tools effectively, and developing creative designs with Canva to help strengthen our online presence and community engagement.

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