Offaly Local Enhancement Programme applications open

With a total funding allocation of €186,553, not-for-profit community and voluntary groups across Offaly are being encouraged to seek funding from the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP), which is now open for applications.

The Programme is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht and is administered by Offaly County Council on behalf of Offaly Local Community Development Committees (LCDC).

The total LEP 2026 fund available for Offaly is €186,553, and will be allocated as follows:

a) Capital Funding for small scale capital projects including works/repairs and improvements to facilities; and purchase of equipment, subject to maximum grant of €6,000.

b) Playgrounds and Outdoor Recreational Spaces - €37,311 (20% of total fund) is ringfenced for Playgrounds and Outdoor Recreational Spaces Capital Funding.

c) Grants of €1,000 or less - €55,966 (30% of total fund) is ringfenced for capital funding for projects costing €1,000 or less.

Applications can be made online. For more information on the funding available and a link to apply, please visit: www.offaly.ie/local-enhancement-programme-2026/

The closing date for applications for the 2026 Programme is Friday, February 27 next.

Please email community@offalycoco.ie with any queries.