- Funding to benefit Women’s Sheds, Sports Clubs, ICA Groups, Toddler Groups, Girls Guides and much more
- Small grants to assist groups in every county with their capital costs
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, today announced funding to support 70 Women’s Groups in the Midlands and 500 nationwide.
Under the initiative, small grants are being provided to assist groups in every single county to enhance/improve their facilities and to purchase equipment. Minister Humphreys made the announcement during a visit to the Trim Women’s Shed in County Meath. The group was allocated €2,500 today under the initiative.
Speaking in Trim, Minister Humphreys said:
“I am delighted to announce the successful projects today for Women’s Sheds, Groups and Networks throughout the country. These groups are working tirelessly within communities to provide both young and old with an outlet to socialise, upskill, relax and so much more. I am constantly amazed by the work, community spirit and ethos of the many, many groups that give so much of their time to enhance and improve their communities. I want you to know that I see what you do and I hope that through these grants my Department can help.”
MIDLANDS BREAKDOWN
The total figure for Laois is €21,751.00, including €4,448.51 for Laois Domestic Abuse Service
The total figure for Longford is €15,360.00, including €3,073.00 for Granard Women’s Shed
The total figure for Offaly is €27,099.00, including €2190.00 for Chatters & Matters, Tullamore
The total figure for Westmeath is €24,900.00 including €2,500.00 for Athlone Family Resource Centre
The full list of groups receiving funding is available here and Women’s Groups are encouraged to check out more benefits from the Department
