Louth County Council announces Amenity Grant Scheme for 2026

Louth County Council have announced it is opening its Amenity Grant Scheme for 2026.

The annual scheme provides financial assistance to residents’ associations, community groups, tidy towns organisations, and environmental groups throughout the county.

The grants support a wide range of local enhancement activities, including landscaping, planting, minor maintenance works, biodiversity initiatives, and environmental improvement projects in housing estates and community areas.

Cllr Seán Kelly, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council said the scheme is way to recognise the commitment of volunteers throughout the county. 

“Across County Louth, volunteers give countless hours to making their communities cleaner, greener, and more welcoming. The Amenity Grant Scheme is our way of recognising that commitment and helping groups continue the fantastic work they do year after year,” he said.

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Louth County Council said the annual scheme forms an important part of its commitment to community development, climate action and local engagement. 

"By recognising and supporting the work of volunteers, Louth County Council aims to foster a more vibrant, resilient, and environmentally conscious county," it said. 

Joanna Kelly, Director of Services at Louth County Council said supporting grassroots initiatives can contributes to positive development throughout the county. 

“Volunteer groups like residents’ associations and tidy towns groups play a central role in building strong, sustainable, and connected communities and the Amenity Grant Scheme is an important part of our partnership with them. By supporting grassroots initiatives we can strengthen local participation, enhance the environment, and contribute to positive development across the county,” she said. 

Applications for the 2026 Amenity Grant Scheme close on Friday, 15^th March 2026. For eligibility criteria and details on how to apply, visit consult.louthcoco.ie or email community@louthcoco.ie.

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