NEW: Over €400,000 in community funding to be shared across eight Tipperary groups

A total of 8 Community Groups across Tipperary will share €400,000 in funding under the Community Recognition Fund.

This funding acknowledges the efforts of Community Groups in preparing and submitting applications under the Community Recognition Fund.

Through their care and passion for their communities, real change is happening, and community infrastructure is being improved and developed like never before.

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The Community Recognition Fund supports the cities, towns and villages that welcomed new arrivals to their communities in recent years.

This funding has enabled communities to be more inclusive and resilient through the provision and enhancement of a range of community facilities and community spaces.

The following is a full list of Tipperary recipients:

Carrick on Suir playground upgrade - €50,000

Tipperary Clonmel RFC - Replace all-weather pitch surface €50,000

Tipperary Clonmel Rowing Club - Clubhouse refurbishment €54,317

Tipperary Dundrum Community Hall yard upgrade €50,000

Tipperary Knockavilla Donaskeigh Kickhams GAA Club €50,000

Tipperary Roscrea Swimming pool and gym equipment upgrade €50,000

Tipperary Roscrea Tennis Club Upgrade of Roscrea tennis club facilities €50,000

Tipperary Thurles skate park renovation €50,000

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