Local sports and community initiatives get €118K windfall

A total of €118,500 from the Dormant Accounts Fund will be used to invest in community sports and physical activity initiatives in Cavan a Fine Gael Senator has said.

Senator Joe O’Reilly said this funding will help ensure that new opportunities and new sports are opened to people of all abilities and backgrounds across the county.

"The Dormant Accounts Funding allows unclaimed funds from accounts in credit institutions to be used for projects focused on overcoming the barriers and challenges to participation in sport for those who are economically or educationally disadvantaged, or those affected by a disability.

Active life

He notes that nationwide there is over €4m available which Senator O'Reilly says will "be crucial" for ensuring everyone has the chance to lead a more active and healthier life.

“In Cavan, we’ll see €30,000 for our sports hubs and €15,500 for Sports Inclusion Disability Projects.

“I am particularly happy to see funding of €29,000 towards programmes for volunteers and upskilling in Cavan. Our volunteers keep our initiatives running smoothly and we must offer them the opportunity to get all the training they need.

“Our sports clubs are at the heart of our community, bringing people of all backgrounds together. Through this funding I hope that even more people will be able to enjoy the benefits that sports participation and a healthy lifestyle can bring,” concluded Senator Joe O’Reilly.