Robert Troy
Question:950. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she will provide an update on the applications to the 2022 rural support funding scheme (details supplied). [34485/22]
View answerTuesday, 28 June 2022
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I launched the Community Centres Investment Fund on the 15th April 2022. This is a €15m fund to support community groups, particularly in disadvantaged areas, with the upgrade of their community centre facilities.
To date, my Department does not appear to have received an application from the group referred to, however, applications can be made up to 3pm on the closing date of Thursday 14th July 2022.
Funding will be on the basis of a competitive assessment process. It is expected that this fund will be oversubscribed and it will not be possible to fund all proposals with the budget available. Guidelines and a sample application form are available at www.gov.ie/en/service/fec91-community-centres-investment-fund/.
Applicants can register for online, interactive support clinics in respect of the fund at www.gov.ie/drcd.