Donegal playground to receive funding under the Capital Grant Scheme

A playground in Donegal has been included in the funding allocation under the 2026 Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation.

Convoy Playground received an €21,470  allocation to upgrade and refurbish existing facilities, as well as build new ones. 

Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley, announced the recipients of this year’s Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation, with a total of €600,000 awarded to 30 Local Authorities across the country.“I welcome the decision to award funding to Local Authorities across the country under this year’s Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation,” Fianna Fáil TD Pat the Cope Gallagher said. “This investment plays an important role in supporting communities to develop safe, inclusive and high‑quality play spaces for children and young people.

“I am particularly pleased to see Donegal included among the successful applicants, with €21,470 allocated for the refurbishment of Convoy Playground. This funding will assist in upgrading local facilities and ensuring that children of all abilities can enjoy accessible and engaging play opportunities close to home.

“Projects of this kind strengthen community life, promote wellbeing, and provide valuable recreational spaces for families. I look forward to seeing the positive impact this investment will have for the Convoy area and for communities throughout Donegal.”

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Many of the projects funded under this year’s scheme give particular focus to inclusion and access and will help children with a diverse range of needs to avail of the benefits of high-quality play facilities alongside their peers. Some of these funded projects include the installation of: Wheelchair-accessible seesaws; Inclusive sensory playground equipment and inclusive play space; Upgraded accessibility features and biodiversity planting; Level Access Play Equipment and Teen Spaces.

“I am delighted to announce this year’s Capital Grants for Play and Recreation, which will provide vital support for communities in developing vibrant, inclusive, and accessible spaces for children and young people,” Minister Foley said. “These investments reflect our strong commitment to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to play, explore, and thrive in safe and inspiring environments.“We look forward to working closely with each local authority to deliver these projects that will enhance wellbeing, promote active lifestyles, and strengthen community connections across the country.”

Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme