Community Activities
Local charities and community groups are being invited to apply for grants that will help make a difference as Mulhollands Funeral Directors in Carrickfergus and Larne opens the first round of their new Community Assistance Programme for 2026.
Up to £3,000 is available in funding across two rounds, with the aim of supporting local activities that enhance the quality of life for residents living within a 2-mile radius of their funeral homes in Exchange Road, Larne, and Irish Quarter South, Carrickfergus.
Projects must align with one or more of four categories: Health, Education, Employment Opportunities, and Poverty and Social Deprivation. The deadline for applications is Sunday 29 March.
Mulhollands successfully ran a Community Assistance Programme in 2025, contributing £3,000 across the year to local organisations including Carrick Connect, Home-Start East Antrim and Larne Community Care Centre, among others.
Kerry Kennedy, Senior Funeral Arranger said: “As a funeral home rooted in the community, it’s a privilege to support inspiring organisations that are making such a positive difference locally. We’re delighted to be able to offer this funding and would encourage any local groups with a project that supports the community to apply.”
Peter Mulholland, Management Team Consultant at Mulhollands Funeral Directors added: “Ever since my late father Bob founded the business in 1966, we’ve enjoyed a very close relationship with the communities we serve. The Community Assistance Programme is a great way to help much-needed groups locally and I very proud of Mulhollands’ – and Funeral Partners’ – continuing commitment to this support.”