Sporting groups in Limerick will receive funding of €1,303,363 for various types of equipment which will benefit their members and athletes alike, local Minister Patrick O’Donovan, Fine Gael has said.
Minister O’Donovan welcomed the allocations made today to groups through the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme (SCEP).
Minister O’Donovan said: “Today we have the largest ever allocation of grants nationwide for equipment under the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme. These clubs are at the heart of our communities and any help they receive helps to boost participation in sport.”
“This funding will benefit around 40 clubs in Limerick. Active engagement in sports not only helps keep people healthy, but it also builds confidence, independence and promotes team building. We have a proud record of sporting success here in Limerick and with this investment I have no doubt that’s set to continue into the future”, said Minister O’Donovan.
The projects to benefit are:
Athlunkard Boat Club
Ballysteen AFC
Bruff Pitch & Putt Club
Cappamore Celtic F.C
Castle Rovers F.C.
Castleconnell Boat Club
Creeves Celtic FC
Cumann Ubhla CLG
Dóchas (Hope for People with Autism)
Dromore United
Feenagh AFC
Galbally RFC
Galtee Gaels GAA Club
Glantine Rover FC
Glin GAA
Glin Triathlon Club
Greenmount Cycling Academy
Kilfinane Outdoor Education Centre
Kilteely Dromkeen GAA Club
Limerick Academy & Scouts
Kayaking Club
Limerick Boat Club
Limerick Celtics Basketball Club
Limerick Desmond Schoolboy/girl League
Limerick Dragons
Limerick Kayak Club
Limerick Soccer Referees
Morning Star Basketball club
Murroe Wood Park
Newcastle West RFC
Newcastle West Tennis
Shannonside FC
St Michael’s Sporting Club (Rowing Club)
St. Gabriel’s School & Centre
St. Munchins Community Centre
Tarbert Coastal Rowing Club
Templeglantine GAA
West Limerick Athletics Club
The allocations announced today under the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme are in response to equipment-only applications which sporting organisations submitted.
“The Sports Capital and Equipment Programme (SCEP) is the primary vehicle for Government support for the development of sports and recreation facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment throughout the country. “It is crucial that we invest in sport for the overall health and wellbeing of our population and that is why this programme is so important as it delivers stronger communities,” Minister O’Donovan concluded