Over €700,000 for Cavan/Monaghan Sports Partnership

The allocation of €704,462 in funding for the Local Sports Partnership in the Counties Cavan and Monaghan was announced by the Department of Sports today.

The funding forms part of a €12.66 million investment across 29 Local Sports Partnerships nationally, representing more than double the level of investment since 2018.

This allocation is also included within a record €33.36 million in core funding for sporting organisations in 2026, provided through Sport Ireland. Of this, €19.5 million is being invested in 57 National Governing Bodies of Sport, an increase of €1.2 million on 2025.

Commenting on the allocation for Cavan/Monaghan, Minister Niamh Smyth said: “Local Sports Partnerships are a cornerstone of community life here in Cavan/Monaghan. Today’s allocation of €704,462 will further strengthen the work being carried out on the ground, supporting staff to deliver vital programmes, develop clubs, and promote participation in sport and physical activity at all levels.

She added that the funding will further enhance the capacity of Local Sports Partnerships in Counties Cavan and Monaghan, ensuring communities, particularly those in disadvantaged areas are supported and empowered through accessible and inclusive programmes.

“The Local Sports Partnership’s are focused on promoting lifelong physical activity, increasing participation, and strengthening community partnerships across Cavan and Monaghan. The Cavan and Monaghan Sports Partnership continues to deliver excellent outcomes in the areas of community health, wellbeing and social cohesion by ensuring sport and physical activity are accessible to everyone.”

She thanked Minister McConalogue for his continued support for community sport and reaffirmed their commitment to advocating for local clubs and organisations. The essential work carried out in our communities was reliant on sustained investment.