Donegal PPN

02/11/2026

Cara House Family Resource Centre is delighted to welcome the Alzheimer Society of Ireland for an informative and supportive talk on Alzheimer’s and dementia.
The session will focus on how families can best support their loved ones while they are waiting for home supports, offering practical advice, guidance and information to help families navigate this challenging time.
The talk will provide an opportunity to:
Learn more about Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Understand how to support a loved one at home.
Explore practical ways to manage everyday challenges.
Find out about available supports and services.
Ask questions and access helpful information.
Whether you are caring for a family member, supporting someone with a diagnosis, or simply want to learn more, you are very welcome to join us.
Please share with anyone who may find this information helpful.

02/11/2026

Join IDP and Change Makers Donegal for a series of three hands-on workshops exploring care for ourselves, our communities and the planet through the right to repair.
Repairing Community will take place in Buncrana on Monday 9th, 16th and 23rd November from 10am-1pm.

No sewing experience required. All materials provided. Free to attend
Book your place now via the IDP what's on page [link available in comments below]

This initiative is delivered in partnership with ChangeMakers Donegal and is supported as part of IDP's Inishowen is Ours Project, which is supported through PEACEPLUS funding and managed by Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB and Donegal County Council
Thanks also to Donegal ETB for providing additional support through their REACH Fund.

22/10/2026

Family Carers Ireland Legal Advice Information Session on Tuesday 17th November 10.30 - 12pm in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny
Contact Deirdre to book your place,
[email protected] or call 071 -9143128

21/10/2026

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we are unable to proceed with this event as planned.

We would like to sincerely apologise to all those who were looking forward to attending. We have rescheduled this event to Thursday the 19th of November.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you at the rescheduled event.

21/10/2026

19/10/2026

🏠 Historic Thatched Buildings (HTB) Grant 2027 is now open

Grants of up to €20,000 are available to help protect and preserve the heritage value of historic thatched roof buildings across Ireland.

📅 Apply by 4pm, 30 October 2026

🔗 Learn more and download an application form:
https://www.donegalcoco.ie/en/services/planning/architectural-conservation/grant-schemes/

15/10/2026

Donegal County Council is partners in the PEACE-Air project, which is an all-island, cross-border project working to improve air quality and protect public health and the natural environment across Ireland and Northern Ireland. The project aims to address the primary sources of air pollution - solid fuel use, road transport emissions, and agricultural ammonia – through a programme of research, citizen science, data-sharing, and public health engagement.

Donegal County Council are inviting community groups, individuals, and organisations to register their interest in taking part in a community survey to research home heating practices and indoor air quality. The survey looks to gather data on home heating, cooking, cleaning, ventilation, and behaviours in households as well as allowing a selected number of households to take part in an Indoor air quality monitoring study, where small, non-intrusive sensors are placed in different rooms of the house for a period of time to measure air pollutants and environmental conditions.

The survey is open to everyone in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, with recruitment focused on the Donegal County Council, Derry City and Strabane District areas. The indoor air quality monitoring campaign will take place in homes in Letterkenny

See the poster for more information and details on how to register your interest.

13/10/2026

Finn Valley Science Festival is taking place in Ballybofey and Stranorlar from 8–13 November 2026.

The festival offers a free programme of science workshops, talks and activities for children and adults, including a bespoke Exploring the Eight Senses installation.

Inclusion is at the heart of the festival. The programme has been designed with particular consideration for neurodivergent people and those who may find busy events overwhelming, creating opportunities to explore science in a calm and welcoming environment.

View the programme and booking information:
https://finnvalleysciencefestival.ie/activities/

13/10/2026

This Mental Health Ireland Mental Health Month, why not take action for your own health and wellbeing? Their taking Action for Whole Health & Wellbeing programme is a two-day programme designed to support you to explore practical ways to look after your mental health, build resilience and make positive changes in your life.

📍 Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny – 22 & 23 October

💶 Cost: €30, including course materials, refreshments and a light lunch on both days.

Places are limited, so register today and take a step towards your whole health and wellbeing.

👉 To register click on the link below
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/taking-action-for-whole-health-wellbeing-4581193/

13/10/2026

You're Invited! Footprints of Giving 2026

Join Donegal Giving at An Grianan Theatre Letterkenny, on Thursday 12th November, from 10am to 1.30pm for a free, uplifting event celebrating giving in all its forms.

Bringing together people from business, education, community and the not-for-profit sector, the day will feature inspiring speakers, personal stories and meaningful conversations about the many ways we give, through our time, skills, knowledge, kindness, connections and opportunities.

Also launching will be their beautiful new Footprints of Giving Journal, a unique Donegal-inspired reflection and legacy journal.

Everyone is welcome! Admission is free, lunch is included, but booking is essential.

Find out more and book your place at https://donegalgiving.com/footprints-of-giving-2026/ .

The Footprints of Giving event is supported by Donegal Local Development CLG through the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP), which is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union.