More than €800,000 will be distributed to communities across Carlow and Kilkenny as part of the national Community Recognition Fund.
A total of 212 community projects across Ireland are set to benefit, including seven projects in Carlow and one in Kilkenny.
In Carlow, funding highlights include:
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€56,000 awarded to Bagenalstown Cricket Club.
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€160,000 allocated for playground upgrades at St. Lazarian’s Special School.
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€117,000 for the walking track at Éire Óg GAA Club.
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€86,500 to the Carlow County Development Partnership for the purchase of an accessible minibus.
In Tullow, two local sports clubs will each receive €70,000 to enhance their facilities.
Meanwhile, Ballyragget’s CYMS Hall in Kilkenny will receive over €173,000 to fund a new roof, ensuring the continued use of this important community venue.
This investment aims to support local initiatives that promote inclusion, wellbeing, and active community life across the region.
