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Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman, today announced that €90,000 has been approved to support National Play Day 2024.
This year, National Play Day can take place on any day or combination of days between July 13th and 21st (inclusive).
The aim of National Play Day is to promote play opportunities for children and young people all across the country, with this year’s theme being ‘Time to Play!’. This theme recognises the importance of both making and taking playful opportunities in your day.
The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth received applications from 30 Local Authorities for this funding. All applicants qualified for the maximum amount of funding available - €3,000 per Local Authority.
The funding provided to Tipperary County Council will be given in partnership with the County Library service for five one hour camps in four libraries across Tipperary. They will be held between 13th-21st July.
Welcoming the announcement, Minister O’ Gorman said:
“National Play Day is more than just a day of fun, it’s a celebration of the fundamental role that Play has in all of our lives. Through play, children learn to navigate the world and develop their social skills. Play is essential for their physical, emotional and cognitive growth.
By dedicating a day to play, we are recognising its importance, and encouraging communities to come together and make time for play”.
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