€136,524 in grants have been allocated for 68 local projects in Laois under the Community Enhancement Programme.
The Community Enhancement Programme is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and provides small grants to community groups.
Minister for State at the Department of Finance, Sean Fleming, welcomed the news.
He said: “Following a very difficult time due to COVID it is important that we support these smaller community groups.
“We need to help them reopen and get up and running successfully.
“These groups and their volunteers play a vital role in providing services in their local communities.
“Well done to the successful applicants and thank you to all involved in these projects.”
Check out all the successful applicants below:
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