Applications Open for Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026 in Fingal

Community and Voluntary Groups in Fingal are invited to apply for funding under the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026. 
The funding aims to provide capital support to community groups and organisations in Fingal with a particular focus on disadvantaged communities in both rural and urban areas. The LEP 2026 funding will support small-scale capital works, equipment purchases and facility improvements.
The funding also aims to support local strategic priorities through linkages with Local Economic Community Plans (LECPs).
Fingal County Council has been allocated a total of €268,827.22 in funding. The Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026 is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (DRCDG). Please see the following link to the press release announcing the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026 at national level by the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, and the Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Jerry Buttimer TD: National Press Release   
Applications are now being sought from Community Groups in Fingal - closing date Friday, 27th February 2026.
Welcoming the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026, Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Tom O’Leary, said:
“The Local Enhancement Programme provides vital support to Community Groups and Organisations to help them carry out invaluable work improving their facilities and purchasing equipment.  This support will help improve local facilities, ensuring groups can continue to serve their communities effectively.  Fingal County Council is proud to back these initiatives, especially in disadvantaged areas and encourages all eligible groups to apply for this valuable support.”
Commenting on the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026, AnnMarie Farrelly, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, said:
“The level of community and voluntary work taking place in Fingal is a credit to the County and we are delighted to support such a wide variety of projects.  Many of these groups depend on these grants to continue their valuable work in their communities.  This funding helps them improve facilities and strengthen services. We encourage all eligible groups to apply for funding to support their work and benefit their communities.”

An Information and Q&A Webinar will be held on Thursday 15th of January 2026 at 7pm and details of the webinar will be advertised closer to the date.

For full details and to apply please see Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026