Waterford community groups invited to apply for new 2025 funding
Applications are open to the public until 4pm on January 31, 2025.
Waterford City and County Council have launched the Local Enhancement Programme for 2025.
The programme funds community groups and clubs to improve their facilities through minor capital works and the purchase of equipment for community use.
Community Administration Officer, Waterford City and County Council Orla Kelly said: “The Local Enhancement Programme provides vital support to small Community Groups and organisations to help them carry out invaluable work improving their facilities and purchasing equipment.
“By administering the 2024 LEP fund, which supported 190 groups, we have seen first-hand how these grants can make a big difference, and we would like to thank all our 2024 successful applicants for the vital work they do for their local communities. The application process is straightforward, and I would encourage all interested groups to visit the Council’s website for information on this fund and how to apply.”
Applications are open to the public until 4pm on January 31, 2025.
Capital works may include carrying out necessary repairs and improvements to facilities, accessibility improvements, improving energy efficiency of community facilities, or purchasing equipment for community use.
This year, groups will be able to use the funding for costs such as energy costs/bills (electricity costs, refuse charges, heating charges), rental/lease costs or insurance bills.
The grants are funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the programme is administered by Waterford City and County Council.
