Cahir LGFA were recognised by Lidl for their effors
The Ladies Gaelic Football Association and its official retail partner, Lidl Ireland, are have launched the 2026 #SeriousSupport Club Programme, an initiative dedicated to supporting and promoting youth mental health in local communities.
Cahir LGFA won the 2025 award for Best Overall Engagement, and applications are now open for clubs across the county and nationally to participate in the 2026 programme.
Clubs completing all five steps will receive official Lidl #SeriousSupport accreditation and a new set of jerseys. Accredited clubs will also be eligible to compete for one of three funding awards, including a chance to win €2,5000 for Most Innovative Initiative, €2,500 for Strongest Community Involvement, and €5,000 for Best Overall Programme Engagement.
Nominations are open until April 10, with one club from each county selected to participate in the 2026 programme. Information on how to enter can be found online at the Lidl website.
The initiative aims to create a lasting impact at the grassroots level by fostering safe, positive spaces for young people to connect and share experiences. One club from each county will be selected to participate in the 2026 programme, ensuring a meaningful nationwide impact across all four provinces.
The initiative is built around the ‘five a day’ approach to mental wellbeing, focusing on five key themes: ‘connect’, ‘be active’, ‘take notice’, ‘keep learning’, and ‘give.’
The Lidl #SeriousSupport Club Programme aims to raise awareness and improve understanding of mental health while empowering clubs to positively affect their members and teams. The 2026 programme will commence with training in April and run through to July. Participating clubs are encouraged to document their journey on social media using the hashtag #SeriousSupport, while logging activities via the dedicated online portal.
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