TWENTY-seven project groups in Donegal have been allocated a total of almost €2 million under the Community Recognition Fund.
The Community Recognition Fund was introduced in 2023 and aims to support the development of facilities that will be used in the future by all members of the community.
The funding is specifically targeted at projects that are in communities, towns and villages that are hosting the beneficiaries of Temporary Protection and/or International Protection Applicants.
Welcoming the funding of €1.98 million announced for Donegal by the Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary, Donegal junior minister, Charlie McConalogue said: “This scheme is providing large capital grants ranging from €50,000 to €200,000 for projects in Donegal.”
“This funding has the potential to have a positive impact on communities right across Donegal. Investing in projects in our towns and villages will greatly benefit our local communities and it’s important that facilities continue to be improved and upgraded.
“The Donegal projects set to receive funding have been successful under the second tranche. The third and final tranche is currently open for applications from local authorities until Friday, February 28,” the Minister of State with responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy added.
Pat the Cope Gallagher TD also welcomed the funding, praising the high quality of the applications received from local organisations.
He also expressed his gratitude to Donegal County Council for effectively administering the fund on behalf of the parent department.
The 27 groups allocated funding are:
CLG Naomh Padraig, Uisce Chaoin – gym equipment, €50,000.
St Eunan’s GAA Club – development of walkway, €80,000.
Ramelton Community Centre – roof renovation, €65,000.
Downings – beach access – €53,000.
Donegal Youth Service – air con and bathroom renovations, €50,000.
Letterkenny Rugby Club – pitch lighting upgrade, €80,000.
Milford AC – running and walking trail upgrades, €75,000.
Errigal College, Letterkenny – sports facilities upgrade, €82,000.
Cappry Rovers FC – dressing room upgrade, €50,000.
Robert Emmets GAA Club – walkway, €55,000.
An Machaire Le Cheile – Ionad an Mhacaire playground refurbishment, €50,000.
CLG Realt na Mara – development of community walkway and kicking and handball wall, €160,000.
CLG Naomh Columba – community gym upgrades, €50,000.
Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair – lighting upgrade, €50,000.
An Grianan Theatre – seating and auditorium refurbishment, €200,000.
Convoy Community & Environmental Committee – playground update, €100,000.
Finn Valley AC – changing room refurbishment, €76,000.
Balor Development Community Arts Group – stage and sound equipment, €50,000.
Donegal Town Family Resource Centre – construction of multi-purpose building, €200,000.
Mary from Dungloe international Festival – stage and sound equipment, €50,000.
CLG Ghaoth Dobhair – clubhouse window replacement, €50,000.
Sciobail an Phobal, Annagaire – IT equipment, €50,000.
Tir Chonail AC – renovation of Glenties running track, €60,000.
Ceolan Community Group CLG, Moville – musical instruments and equipment, €50,000.
Inishowen Rugby Club – pitch drainage, €50,000.
Aileach FC – Pitch and clubhouse upgrade and equipment, €50,000.
Carndonagh FC – equipment purchase – €50,000.
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