Robert Troy
Question:564. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs when a decision will be made on applications for funding for youth cafes under the capital programme. [18536/13]
View answerTuesday, 23 April 2013
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Funding of up to €1 million is available in 2013 from my Department for fit-out, refurbishment works or building enhancement projects for the startup of new Youth Cafés. One of the core functions of a youth café is that it offers support to young people, ranging from practical support to advice through their participation in activities that are of interest to them and that are varied and on offer at times that suit their normal activities. The criteria for the Scheme places a clear focus on both long term sustainability and service planning. Pobal is assisting my Department in managing the Youth Café Programme 2013.
The closing date for applications was Friday, 12 April. The initial appraisal process will take place up to the end of May. Phase 2 of the application process for those applicants who are successful in Phase 1 will take place from July to October. Any decisions about projects to be funded will be made at the end of October. It is anticipated that funding draw-down for the successful applications will commence in November 2013.