TWENTY-TWO Donegal projects are set to benefit from funding of €1.33 million under the Community Centres Investment Fund.
The scheme is specifically for community centres and can provide capital funding up to €100,000 for some centres while smaller applications are capped at €25,000.
Typically grants can be used for refurbishment and improvements of existing community centres.
Pat the Cope Gallagher TD welcomed the announcement by Minister Dara Calleary of the 2025 funding.
He said community centres right across the county need financial support and assistance.
“These centres are costly to maintain and support throughout the year, yet they are key to the very heart of rural community life,” he said.
“This scheme aims to help communities’ upkeep and support their community asset and today is a welcome announcement from Minister Dara Calleary who has wasted no time since his appointment in approving these important grant allocations.
“This is a scheme that requires additional funding in the years ahead, as the scheme was under massive pressure due to the number of applications.”
Minister of State Marian Harkin also welcomed the allocation.
“This funding will enable groups to carry out important works and enhance the services they offer to people of all ages,” she said.
“I want to congratulate the committees and local volunteers for their tireless efforts in ensuring that the heartbeat of community life is sustained by the keeping of the doors of these centres open.
“The Community Centres Investment Fund reaffirms the government’s commitment to strengthening local communities and ensuring that vital public spaces continue to thrive.”
Please see below a list of community centres that secured the funding.
Donegal Family Resource Centre CLG, Renovation of the centre, €100,000
Greencastle Community Development CLG, Upgrade of a community centre and improve energy efficiency, €89,663
Letterkenny Rugby Club, Upgrade of the community kitchen, €30,357
Lifford Association Tourism Commerce Heritage CLG, Improvements to water services, €49,050
The Ionad An Mhachaire -Maghery Community Centre, Installation of solar panels and replacement of external fire doors, €36,491
Raphoe Family Resource Centre CLG, Building works to provide greater space and access for all users, €43,830
Rossnakill Community Hub CLG, Kitchen enhancements, energy- efficient lighting, accessible entrance doors, and a fire door, €48,776
St. Brigid’s Community Centre, Upgrades to improve accessibility and upgrades to fire doors, €71,993
St. Eunan’s GAA, Upgrades to provide accessible access to recreation areas, €31,646
St. John Bosco Club, Kitchen appliances, fitted kitchen, flooring, shelving, curtains, electrical upgrades, and equipment, €39,378
Togra Fiontar & Cultúr Uladh Cuideachta Faoi Theorainn Ráthaíochta, Improvements and upgrades to improve accessibility, health, and safety standards, €55,330
St. Columba’s Community Centre, Renovations, including a new kitchen, wall, and floor tiles, €79,169
Ramelton Community Centre, Repair of the roof and installation of skylights, €40,390
Comharcht Forbartha an Tearmainn Cuideachta Faoi Theorainn Ráthaíochta, Installation of kitchen equipment and acoustic panels, €27,771
AWAKE Tourism CLG (Ardara Weaving and Knitting Association), Installation of a Solar PV System and battery storage, €28,291
Bruckless Community Centre CLG, Upgrade of electrical systems and installation of fire detection and alarm system, €27,986
Bundoran Community Development CLG, Replacement of light fittings, insulation, secondary glazing, and solar panels, €100,000
Carrowmenagh Community Centre CLG, Side extension to the facility, €90,000
Castlefinn Partnership Initiative CLG, Activity to improve energy efficiency, €98,963
Coiste Forbartha Dhobair Cuideachta Faoi Theorainn Ráthaíochta, Rear extension with an accessible toilet, €87,297
Comharcht An Halla Mór Cuideachta Faoi Theorainn Ráthaíochta, Refurbishments of the main hall and west wing (backstage), €89,500
Coole Cranford Community Centre CLG, Installation of solar panels and cladding on the gable wall, €65,250
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