CLÁR-Funding for Small-Scale Rural Projects in Ireland

The CLÁR program (CeantarLagaÁrd-Riachtanais) provides funding for small-scale infrastructural projects in rural areas.

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CLÁR aims to support sustainable development in identified areas by attracting people to live and work there. The funding works in conjunction with local funding and on the basis of locally identified priorities.

The scheme is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development. It is delivered by local authorities in consultation with groups in local communities.

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The measures being funded under the 2020 CLÁR programme are:

Measure 1: Schools/Community Safety measures (expanded in 2020)
Measure 2: Community Recreation Areas (new in 2020)
Measure 3: Community Wellbeing Supports, comprising:
Meals on Wheels and linked services (new in 2020)
Mobility and Cancer Care Transport
Funding Information

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There is an allocation of €5 million in total for 2020. The 2020 CLÁR programme will be delivered through three separate Measures.

Eligibility Criteria

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Eligible Applicants: Schools, Community Groups, Local Development Companies, Local Authorities.

For more information, visit https://www.gov.ie/en/policy-information/91ba52-clar/