Expansion of the Family Resource Centre Programme

Tusla welcomes Minister Foleys announcement for the expansion of the Family Resource Centre Programme. Tusla secured funding to allow the development of 5 new FRC’s which will see more communities supported through a range of services including family support work, counselling, education, training courses and youth groups.

Family Resource Centres are rooted in and part of local communities, as a result they can identify need in families and communities early and offer appropriate interventions and supports. The increase in funding for Tusla’s Family Resource Centre Programme is an important part of our work to prioritise early intervention across services.”

Any groups/organisation that meet the criteria can apply by sending the completed application form to frc@tusla.ie.

Cut of date for enquiries is 23rd May 2025. Closing date for applications is Friday 30th May 2025.

Criteria for development of new Family Resource Centre

Willingness to engage with Tusla on funding for children and family support services.
It is desirable for a Board of Management to be in place (as opposed to a partnership company) Where a Board of Management is not in place, successful organisations will be timebound to form their own Board of Management with the capacity to develop services.
Have existing facilities suitable to deliver the programme.
Demonstrate the ability to deliver outcomes driven service based on evidence based or evidence informed delivery model.
The absence of a sustainable alternative service providing a range of services similar to those provided by existing FRCs.
CYPSC Plan and/or Tusla Area Commissioning Plan, will be considered where in place.
Evidence of a large population or socio-economically disadvantaged population currently without a sufficient service to meet needs.
Evidence of a lack of locally available services to provide a range of children and family supports reflective of the of local community