11 Community Projects Recommended for Funding in Dublin Rural LEADER's Latest Calls

Dublin Rural LEADER is delighted to announce that 11 innovative projects have been recommended for funding following the latest meeting of our Independent Evaluation Committee (IEC).These applications came through three recent calls:🔹 Digital Targeted Call🔹 Electric Tools Targeted Call🔹 Rolling CallEach project reflects the spirit of the LEADER Programme: empowering rural communities, supporting local enterprise, and driving sustainable development across County Dublin.The Approval Process: How It WorksAll LEADER project applications go through a rigorous multi-stage assessment. Once submitted, projects are assessed by the Programme Implementers for eligibility and alignment with the Local Development Strategy.Qualified projects are then reviewed by our Independent Evaluation Committee (IEC) — a panel of local experts and stakeholders who ensure each proposal is feasible, impactful, and in line with LEADER goals.At today’s meeting, all 11 submitted projects were unanimously recommended for approval, a strong indicator of the quality and potential of these initiatives.What’s Next?The projects will now proceed to the formal contract stage, where funding agreements will be finalised. We’ll be sharing highlights and success stories from each approved project in the coming weeks, so be sure to follow us for updates!Thank YouWe extend our sincere thanks to the IEC for their commitment and expertise, and we congratulate each project promoter for their hard work and vision.Together, we’re shaping a stronger, more resilient rural Dublin.