Over €20,000 going to four women's groups in County Carlow just announced

New funding announced for almost 500 women's groups national, with 4 women's groups in County Carlow receiving €23,800 in funding.

The four groups from Carlow that have received funding are: 

Ballinkillen Lorum Craft Group - Bagenalstown : €2,800

Ballyloughan ICA - Bagenalstown : €2,544

Carlow Women's Aid - Carlow Town : €5,000

Carlow Women's Centre - Carlow Town : €13,467.23

Speaking on the funding Minister for Rural and Community Development said:

"I am delighted to announce the successful projects today for Women’s Sheds, Groups and Networks throughout the country. These groups are working tirelessly within communities to provide both young and old with an outlet to socialise, upskill, relax and so much more.

"I am constantly amazed by the work, community spirit and ethos of the many, many groups that give so much of their time to enhance and improve their communities. I want you to know that I see what you do and I hope that through these grants my Department can help."

"The grants today may be small in value but to the successful groups they are invaluable – they can open up so many possibilities for so many people. I will continue to engage with the communities of Ireland to see how my Department can continue to support you going forward.

"I would encourage all groups out there to check out www.gov.ie/drcd and see if you too can benefit from some of my Department’s programmes."