€2.9m for Clare under Community Recognition Fund
- Funding to support communities that have welcomed Ukrainians and other nationalities
- Will benefit sports clubs, community organisations, transport infrastructure and local groups
Fianna Fáil TD for Clare Cathal Crowe has welcomed the allocation of over €2.9 million in funding for Clare County Council, under the Community Recognition Fund.
The initiative is aimed at communities that have, in recent times, welcomed people from Ukraine and other countries, to support them to cater for their new populations.
“It’s wonderful to see Clare get such a significant chunk of this €50 million national fund,” said Deputy Crowe.
“Communities across the county here have extended the warm hand of welcome to so many people from Ukraine, and indeed other countries, over the past 12 months and while everybody has put their shoulder to the wheel and helped to welcome and integrate them, local resources have of course been stretched.
“This €2.9m funding will be used for a number of projects including the refurbishment of local sports clubs and facilities; the upgrade of community facilities such as play areas, walkways, parks and community gardens; the purchase of equipment to benefit local clubs, festivals, music and arts organisations; the enhancement of school or parish facilities that are open to the wider community after hours or on weekends and transport infrastructure such as community vehicles and bus shelters.
“The significant investment in these projects will benefit all members of the community in each place that is successful in seeking funding.
“The funding will be drawn down over 2023 and 2024.
“Any community or voluntary group that feels it could benefit from this fund is encouraged to engage with Clare County Council directly over the coming weeks to ensure their fair share of funding.”
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