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THE closing date is fast approaching for applications for grant assistance for community projects under the Shannon Town Council community grant scheme. With just three week left for the receipt of completed ap- plication forms local groups are be- ing urged to get their application in as soon as possible.
The council will consider applica- tions for grant assistance in respect of projects designed to improve the quality of life for the people of Shan- non. The project to be grant aided must show a clear community focus.
“We issue these grants every Sep- tember and October, and groups
from the local community are invited to submit applications for funding,’ said Shannon ‘Town Clerk, Tomas Mac Cormaic.
“We have about €5,000 to give out each year, for any community based organisations like the soccer clubs and drama groups. Each successful application would receive between €300 and €500 to be spent on com- munity projects.”
Applications are open to organisa- tions, voluntary groups and residents associations within the functional area of Shannon Town Council. The project must be directly related to special community projects, artistic proposals or projects which generate civic pride and involve local people
in the improvement of the town.
“The funding is open to all kinds of groups and every application is judged on it’s own merits. Groups like Clare Haven Services in Shan- non would receive funding from it for their work with women. It’s not just for sports and youth groups, it’s right across the board,’ continued Tomas.
“All groups need to do is submit an application stating what their project is and what they plan to do with the jne Ke) ely ae
Before grant assistance 1s awarded all applications must submit where applicable, documentation detailing fully the project content together with details of costs plans and sup-
porting documentation and agree to acknowledge appropriately the town council’s contribution.
Applicants must show that the project is well planned and give in- dications of potential future uses of the project. The town councillors’ decision will be influenced by the amount of applicant’s own resources contributed to the project.
Greeley LOM (c)uommncae-Telmmr-B(elcle mmm previous years and who have failed to return documented proof of ex- penditure will not be considered for grant aid in 2007.
Application forms are available from the office of the Town Clerk, Town Hall, Gort Road, Shannon. Telephone 061 362319.