As a leading Irish organisation with deep roots in the community dating back to 1927, ESB is committed to playing a role in addressing some of the key social issues facing Ireland today.

The Energy for Generations Fund sees over €1 million per year disbursed across a range of community and issues-based initiatives through a bi-annual fund to charities working in the areas of social inclusion relating to access to education as well as access to employment, and homelessness.

The aim of the Energy for Generations Fund is to maximise the impact of our social investment in disadvantaged communities, by taking a more strategic approach to effect sustainable change aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The fund also aims to leverage skills and knowledge within the company to bring about viable and positive outcomes. Only project proposals from charities delivering supports and services impacting on communities located on the island of Ireland are considered.

Charities working in the areas of social inclusion, access to education, access to employment, and homelessness can apply to the fund.

For more information, please visit https://esb.ie/who-we-are/our-story/efg-funds

The closing date for applications is 14th August 2025