Sound & Vision
Sound & Vision 4 is a funding scheme for broadcasters and independent producers that funds the production of high-quality programmes about Irish culture, heritage, and experience and programmes to improve adult literacy.
Current funding rounds
A Social Benefit funding round for community broadcasters is now open for community TV and radio stations.
All information, including an Application Guide and Form, is available on our portal.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 3rd April 2025.
How to apply
A Guide for Applicants is published for each funding round.
All applications need to be submitted via our portal.
Upcoming funding rounds
| Funding Round # | Round Theme/Format | Opening Date | Closing Date | Funding Decisions Expected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 55 | ‘Open’ Round | Tuesday 15th October 2024 | Thursday 28th November 2024 12 noon | Late February 2025 |
| Social Benefit funding round | Social Benefit | Thursday 20th February 2025 | Thursday 3rd April 2025 12 noon | Mid May 2025 |
| Round 56 | ‘Open’ Round | Tuesday 8th April 2025 | Thursday 29th May 2025 12 noon | End of August 2025 |
A briefing for prospective applicants to Round 56 will take place from 11:00am to 12:00pm on Friday 11th April 2025.
Recent funding decisions
Read about the outcomes of our most recent funding rounds:
- Round 55: €7.1 million
- Round 54: €4 million
- Round 53: €10 million
- Round 52 and 51: €8.6 million
- Round 50: €2.4 million
External assessors
Applications are assessed by teams of external assessors chosen based on their relevant experience and the theme or format of each round.
Previously funded projects
Since 2020, the Scheme has supported the production of over 900 projects. Take a look at some of our recently funded content below – you can click each image to stream:
Further information
Queries relating to the Scheme can be sent to [email protected]