The Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026 is now accepting applications from Community and Voluntary Groups across Fingal.
This year’s programme focuses exclusively on capital projects, supporting groups to carry out essential improvements and enhance community facilities.
Fingal has been allocated €268,827 for capital projects under this scheme.
For more information on the scheme, eligibility criteria, and how to apply, please click here: https://www.fingal.ie/local-enhancement-programme-lep-2026
Deadline for applications: 27 February 2026 at 5:00 PM via submit.com.
Information Session:
Fingal County Council will hold an Information and Q&A Webinar — on the 15th January 2026 at 7pm. More details to follow.
The Local Enhancement Programme 2026 is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. Please see the following link to the press release announcing the Local Enhancement Programme 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: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-rural-and-community-development-and-the-gaeltacht/press-releases/ministers-calleary-and-buttimer-announce-new-7-million-local-enhancement-programme-2026/