SÍOL Programme - Expressions of Interest Invited
The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Dara Calleary TD, has launched the SÍOL Programme. The aim of the programme is to target areas of disadvantage and provide funding for infrastructure to improve the areas and lives of the communities.
The eligible areas in County Cavan are the DEDs of Cavan Urban, Cavan Rural, Moynehall, Clonervy, and Ballyhaise (see map below)
Eligible Applicants:
Community and voluntary groups can apply for funding which will focus on the delivering sustainable and long-term benefits to communities. Eligible projects can include community safety projects, public realm works, projects to support health and wellbeing initiatives, and projects that support access to education and training in community settings.
Proposed projects must be ready to commence on approval with landowner consents and planning permission in place at time of application.
How to Apply:
Expression of interest forms and scheme outline are available to download at the links below:
Please direct any queries to Susan Monaghan on 049 4378579 or by email to smonaghan@cavancoco.ie.
Completed Expressions of Interest for this funding application must be submitted in WORD format directly to Cavan County Council by email to smonaghan@cavancoco.ie by 5pm on 27th July 2026.