The Donegal Intercultural Platform has received a €125,000 funding boost from the Government.
It is one of seven community organisations that have received renewed funding under the Government’s Community Development Pilot Programme.
The Pilot Programme aims to close the gap between marginalised groups and mainstream services, and support organisations that address poverty, social inclusion and inequality, as well as promoting human rights.
The grant aid from Government will be €125,000 per project, totalling €875,000 per annum for the duration of the extension of the Programme.
Speaking today, Minister of State for Rural and Community Development Joe O’Brien said in a statement that “I am delighted to be in a position to extend the Community Development Pilot Programme for the original 7 projects. The work they have undertaken over the last 3 years has had a significant impact within the communities they serve.”
“I was delighted to attend a showcase in Athlone in September this year which highlighted some of the fantastic work being carried out under the Community Development Programme.”
“The programme facilitates a community-led approach to addressing significant social challenges. It is important to tailor interventions to the specific context and involve the affected communities in the decision making processes. This is what the Community Development Programme is all about.”
The Minister concluded:
“I am confident that this extension will build on and enhance the work already done and provide an opportunity for further positive change within these communities.”
