Almost €500,000 has been allocated to the North West as part of the Local Enhancement Programme 2025.

Included in this funding is 236 in Donegal, 162 in Sligo, and over 100 in Leitrim.

The small grants aim to benefit community groups across the country with a focus on the future of rural groups.

Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue says this funding is in recognition of all the good work being done by communities: