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Investment Funds

We provide equity finance and loans to business, communities, social enterprises, strategic initiatives and the creative industry based in the Western Region of Ireland.

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Business Investment

Including equity investments and loans for small and medium sized enterprises.

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Community Investment

Including loans for community/social enterprises and bridging finance for LEADER funding.

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Creative Industry Investment

Including our Creative Micro Loan fund and our WRAP Fund to support audiovisual businesses.

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€86M

Since our establishment we have invested €86m in enterprises in the Western Region

328

We have supported 328 enterprises, SME’s, Micro and Community enterprises.

€500M

Over €500 million additional investment leveraged by WIF supported enterprises.

6,000+

Jobs we have supported

OUR INVESTMENT TEAM

How we help

The experienced team lead by Investment Manager Gillian Buckley are here to help, support and guide you through the application process. We have staff in 3 regional offices Sligo, Roscommon and Galway.

 

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Success Stories

Gorthaganny Community Development – Refurbishment Of Marian Hall

The Marian Hall was completely refurbished and upgraded to include new roof, upgrade of toilets, kitchen and office, air...

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Kilballyowen Development

After a disused cottage was donated to the community of Kilballyowen in Loophead, Co. Clare, a local volunteer group,...

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Western Investment Fund Application Portal

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