Sports Capital Fund 2015 opens for Applications – Coffey

Fine Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey has received confirmation form the Minister for Sport Michael Ring that the Sports Capital Fund for 2015 has now opened. Minister Coffey said that €40 million worth of capital grants will be made for sports clubs and organisations around the country.

“The Sports Capital Grants were re-instated by the this government in 2012 and so far in Waterford alone we have benefitted to tune of over €2 million worth of sports capital grants. I am pleased that a third round of this important fund has now opened.

“I would encourage all those who are interested to ensure that they are registered on the online system before 5pm on Friday, 10th April 2015 (if not already registered) and to get their applications in online at www.sportscapitalprogramme.ie before 5pm on Friday, 24th April 2015.”

“This round of the Sports Capital Fund will bring the total level of monies awarded by this government to €130 million across the State for Sport Clubs and Organisations. This Fine Gael led government is committed to Sport and an active society and I welcome this news from my colleague Minister Ring today.”

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