The CLÁR Programme provides small-scale funding for rural areas that have suffered the greatest levels of population decline. It targets areas in counties that have experienced significant rural depopulation (primarily western, border, and midland counties). Typical funded projects include: community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, community play areas, and multi-use games areas. Grant amounts typically range from €5,000 to €50,000 per project. Applications are made through the relevant local authority and are open annually. Check your county council's website for current call status.
Community and voluntary groups in designated CLÁR areas (rural areas with greatest population decline). Apply through your local authority.