Tipperary Local Sports Partnership Receives €71,100 Funding Under New Dormant Accounts Fund

Minister Catherine Martin and Minister Thomas Byrne have announced funding of more than €5 million for Local Sports Partnerships and Active Disability Ireland. This Dormant Accounts Funding allows for unclaimed funds in credit institutions in this country to be used for projects focusing on breaking down barriers and alleviating challenges to participation in sports for people with disabilities, women or those who are economically or educationally disadvantaged.  

The funding will also enable Disability Ireland to provide training for Local Sports Partnerships developed to spread awareness around people with disabilities having the opportunity to participate in sports and physical activity in their local communities. 

Speaking about this funding, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin said:  

“Today’s announcement of the Dormant Accounts Fund allocation will support a range of excellent work across the country and is a testament to our commitment to fostering inclusivity and well-being through sports and physical activities. 

“This funding will empower innovative projects that support volunteers in disadvantaged areas, promote women’s participation in sports, and provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities. By championing a ‘Sport for All’ ethos, we aim to create a healthier and more active Ireland for everyone.” 

Minister of State for Sport, Physical Education and the Gaeltacht, Thomas Byrne added: “The Olympics and Paralympics have provided us with so many memorable sporting moments over the last few weeks but ultimately, involvement in sport begins at the grassroots and that is why it is so important for us to support the valuable work of our Local Sports Partnerships and Active Disability Ireland. Everyone, of every ability, should enjoy the right to participate in sport and this €5 million allocation from the Dormant Accounts Fund represents a significant milestone in our efforts to make sport accessible to all members of our community. 

“These investments will drive a broad range of projects countrywide that will encourage widespread participation in physical activities, particularly benefiting underprivileged areas, women, and people with disabilities. Our goal is to ensure everyone can enjoy the numerous health benefits of being active in sport, and this funding is a crucial part of achieving that vision.” 

From the funding of over €5 million that has been allocated to Local Sports Partnerships nationwide, over €71,000 has been allocated for Tipperary LSP. A breakdown of the funding provided to Tipperary LSP is as follows: