News - Funding
Over €400,000 announced for local community organisations
Minister for Rural and Community Development Dara Calleary announced the successful projects today under the Local Enhancement Programme 2026.
Jul 2, 2026 12:55
Over €140,000 allocated to local public libraries
The announcement made by the Department of Rural and Community Development under the Libraries Capital Programme
Jun 26, 2026 13:31
Funding worth €6 million approved to The Showgrounds in Sligo
The plans, will see the club's home ground, The Showgrounds transformed into UEFA Category C venue with over 6,000 seats.
May 29, 2026 13:13
Funding allocated to community action projects
The successful projects were announced today by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform.
May 21, 2026 17:11
Local walking trails to benefit from funding
This funding is being provided to resurface, re-route and enhance walking trails.
May 21, 2026 13:09
Over €7 million allocated to local authorities for community initiatives last year
The Community Services Programme (CSP) supports community-based organisations to provide local services and create jobs for people who may face barriers to work.
Apr 6, 2026 09:16
Leitrim TD welcomes improvement grants for older homeowners
Minister of State and Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is encouraging the public to apply for the fund.
Mar 9, 2026 17:43
Funding boost for community/voluntary groups in Roscommon
Roscommon County Council is making €25,000 available this year to each of the three municipal districts, under this scheme.
Feb 23, 2026 09:52
Local TD reveals government plans to boost investment in apprenticeships
Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin said that the current funding for apprenticeships has more than doubled since Budget 2020.
Feb 2, 2026 09:39
Over €370,000 secured for local heritage projects
The funding is provided by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage's National Built Heritage Service.
Jan 24, 2026 11:29
Over €345,000 allocated to local animal welfare charities
Minister of Agriculture, Martin Heydon says the fund is in recognition of excellent work and the challenges faced by the charities and is the highest ever awarded under the Animal Welfare Grants Programme.
Dec 14, 2025 16:06
Local groups celebrate successful CLÁR funding applications
They were among a number of local projects across the region who will benefit from total funding of €1.6 million.
Nov 30, 2025 14:53
Ballaghaderreen to benefit from new Arts Council funding
The initiative supports towns that haven't previously benefited from sustained arts investment-helping them build lasting cultural connections.
Nov 16, 2025 12:17
Ballaghaderreen residents shape town’s future at workshop
The community-led process aims to develop a practical strategy for Ballaghaderreen, guided by residents, local stakeholders, and expert advice on design and funding.
Nov 9, 2025 15:26Shannonside Newsletter
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