Fianna Fáil TD, Brendan Smith, has welcomed the allocation of €704,462 in funding for the Local Sports Partnership in Counties Cavan and Monaghan.
The funding forms part of a €12.66 million investment across 29 Local Sports Partnerships nationally, representing more than double the level of investment since 2018. The funding was announced by Fianna Fáil Minister Charlie McConalogue.
This allocation is also included within a record €33.36 million in core funding for sporting organisations in 2026, provided through Sport Ireland. Of this, €19.5 million is being invested in 57 National Governing Bodies of Sport, an increase of €1.2 million on 2025.
Commenting on the allocation for Cavan/Monaghan, Deputy Brendan Smith said:
“Local Sports Partnerships are a cornerstone of community life here in Cavan/Monaghan. Today’s allocation of €704,462 will further strengthen the work being carried out on the ground, supporting staff to deliver vital programmes, develop clubs, and promote participation in sport and physical activity at all levels.
“Fianna Fáil is committed, through the Programme for Government, to increasing overall participation in sport through targeted funding measures, including enhancing opportunities for everyone to lead and excel in sport.”
He added that the funding will further enhance the capacity of Local Sports Partnerships in Counties Cavan and Monaghan, ensuring communities, particularly those in disadvantaged areas are supported and empowered through accessible and inclusive programmes.
“The Local Sports Partnerships are focused on promoting lifelong physical activity, increasing participation, and strengthening community partnerships across Cavan and Monaghan. The Cavan and Monaghan Sports Partnerships continue to deliver excellent outcomes in the areas of community health, wellbeing and social cohesion by ensuring sport and physical activity are accessible to everyone.”
“I would like to thank Minister McConalogue for delivering this important funding for our Local Sports Partnerships. The essential work carried out in our communities is reliant on sustained investment, and I will continue to engage with the Minister to ensure Cavan/Monaghan continues to benefit from strong and reliable funding streams.”
