Community-Cultural-Facilities-Capital-Scheme-2025-2027 terms and conditions

The objective of this scheme is to respond to the need for better community, recreational and cultural facilities for community groups through the provision of a capital grant.  

Who can apply for the Community and Cultural Facilities Capital Scheme?

The scheme is open to groups operating within the Community Sector who have a recognised legal structure, operate on a ‘not for profit’ basis, demonstrate a policy of inclusion and demonstrate the capacity to manage and operate the proposed facilities.

Examples of projects eligible for support can include the development of open spaces, walks and parklands; play areas, broad based recreational facilities, community arts projects and projects that conserve the built and natural heritage of the county.

 Level of grant aid available

Funding is at a rate of 90% of the total eligible project costs up to a maximum grant of €50,000.  The minimum grant available is €10,000. The grant beneficiary will have to provide the remaining 10% match funding.

 Example:

 

Total Project Costs	Grant Available 90%	Match Funding 10%
€55,500	€50,000	€5,500
€11,100	€10,000	€1,100
€70,000	€50,000	€20,000

 

How to apply?

Application Forms will only be issued once the interested group has met with the relevant staff member of the Community Development Department.  Terms, Conditions & Guidelines are available from Kilkenny County Council’s website www.kilkennycoco.ie  or by contacting:

Community Department

Kilkenny County Council

Tel: 056-7794920        E-mail:  community@kilkennycoco.ie

The closing date for receipt of valid applications is Friday 6th March 2026.