Funding of €500,000 to enhance sporting facilities in Cork city has been announced as part of this year's capital grants scheme.

The Sports Capital Grants scheme allows for minor capital work towards enhancement of premises, pitches, and other related facilities, as well as funding non-personal sports equipment that will be used for at least five years.

The aim of the grant is to assist local voluntary sporting organisations and clubs in developing and enhancing sports and physical recreation throughout the city. 

Announcing this year's grants, Valerie O'Sullivan, Chief Executive of Cork City Council, said: "Sporting clubs and organisations are at the heart of our communities right across the city and they are a vital outlet for people's health and wellbeing. With the Capital Grants Scheme, we are committed to playing our part in the continuing development of sports facilities throughout Cork city."

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Over the years, the scheme has supported all types of clubs and organisations, from football and rowing to athletics and taekwondo. There were approximately 100 applications received for the 2024 scheme. This consistent financial support offered by Cork City Council greatly assists the clubs and delivers benefits to the wider community.

The capital grants are not intended as an alternative to other sources of funding, but they complement other schemes, helping to bolster local contributions or assisting with funding where certain works are not covered by other grant schemes.

Sporting clubs and organisations can find further information and apply for a grant online by visiting here.