€100,000 investment made to Waterford community initiatives
Modeligo Community Centre Committee - Shane Reddy. Cairde Credit Union - Hannah Lucas (Board Member), Sean Cleary (CEO), Marian Looby (Board Member)
An investment of €100,000 has been made in County Waterford through Cairde Credit Union’s, Community Initiative Fund.
The financial support was given to a number of projects in the West Waterford area ranging from a new rural playground to a school bus supporting children with additional needs, and as a result Cairde Credit Union’s, Community Initiative Fund is already making a real difference across local communities.
The benefactors from the scheme are the first ever recipients of the fund, with money awarded to six organisations delivering projects across the region.
A spokesperson for Cairdre Credit Union said the initiative was launched to support community groups, clubs, schools and organisations working to improve local facilities, encourage participation, and strengthen community connections.
Following strong interest and a high number of applications, six projects were selected to receive funding through the Community Initiative Fund, comprised of: St. John’s Special School, Dungarvan – funding towards a school bus to support student transport and inclusion - €20,000; Fiontar Pobail, An Rinn – funding to complete a community all-weather sports facility - €20,000; KGK Community Ltd., Knockanore / Glendine / Kilwatermoy – funding for the development of a new community playground - €20,000; Dungarvan Hockey Club – funding towards perimeter fencing as part of plans for a new astro turf facility - €10,000; St. Brigid’s Hall, Killrossanty – funding for upgrades to the community hall - €10,000, and Modeligo Community Centre – funding for improvements to their community hall facilities- €10,000.
"Together, these projects highlight the range of activity taking place across West Waterford, from sport and recreation to education, inclusion and community life," said the spokesperson for Cairde Credit Union.
The remaining €10,000 will be carried forward into next year’s fund, continuing support for future community projects.
Speaking on the announcement, Cairde Credit Union CEO Seán Cleary said the fund highlights the importance of backing local ideas and ambition.
“The response to the fund shows just how much is happening in our communities," he said.
"These projects will make a real difference, and we’re proud to support the people behind them," he added.
The Community Initiative Fund forms part of Cairde Credit Union’s ongoing commitment to supporting local communities and investing in projects that make a lasting impact.
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