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Making Better Happen Awards

A nationwide initiative celebrating local communities and environmental groups creating positive change across Ireland. 

Congratulations to Our Overall Winner! 

The Alzheimer's Society of Ireland Aughamore Sensory Garden, Sligo.

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Your project is a shining example of what it means to make better happen. Through your dedication, you've created a space that supports people living with dementia, their families and the wider community. An incredible achievement!

A huge thank you to our four fantastic finalists:  

Leinster: Shanganagh Community Garden, Dublin
Munster: Revive Tramore, Waterford
Ulster: Cross Community Development Group, Cavan

Your passion, commitment and hard work are making a real and lasting difference in communities across Ireland.

We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who entered the Making Better Happen Awards. The standard of entries was exceptionally high, and we were inspired by the commitment, creativity, and community spirit demonstrated by every organisation and project.

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Check out the winner's video

The Alzheimer's Society of Ireland Aughamore Sensory Garden, Sligo. 

Meet Our Judges

Niamh Kelly

Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications - Repak

Sean McCabe

Head of Climate Justice and Sustainability - Bohemian FC

Colin Carey

Director of Innovation - Oxfam

Owen Keogh & Rosie O'Neill

Chief Sustainability Officer and Senior Sustainability Manager - An Post

About

The awards recognise people and projects making better happen every day from protecting biodiversity, reducing waste and driving circular economy solutions in their communities. The competition is divided into provinces and the top performing group from each province will progress to the final with one overall winner of the Making Better Happen Awards.

Prize

The competition is divided into provinces and the top performing group from each province will progress to the final. One of the four finalists will be crowned the winner of the Making Better Happen Awards.
  • The provincial winners will receive €1,500 each 
  • The overall national winner will receive an additional €5,000
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