Significant funding boost for Creative Spark in Dundalk
Creative Spark in Dundalk has been awarded €130,749 under the Government's Sustaining Social Enterprise Scheme 2026/2027
Louth Fianna Faíl TD, Erin McGreehan, has welcomed the funding announcement of €130,749 for Louth-based social enterprise Creative Spark under the Government's Sustaining Social Enterprise Scheme 2026/2027.
It is part of a €4 million national investment announced on Friday by Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD.
The funding will support the recruitment of a dedicated Business Development Manager, enabling Creative Spark to move beyond its current operational boundaries, increase revenue generation and strengthen its long-term financial sustainability.
Welcoming the announcement, Deputy Erin McGreehan said: "I am delighted to see Creative Spark receive funding of €130,749 under this important national programme.
“Creative Spark plays an incredibly improtant role in supporting creativity, innovation and enterprise in Louth, and this investment will help secure its future growth and sustainability."
The Sustaining Social Enterprise Scheme is designed to support established social enterprises by funding key positions and specialist supports that will help organisations increase commercial activity, generate additional income and continue delivering valuable services in their communities.
Deputy McGreehan went on to say:"This funding recognises the important work being done by Creative Spark and will help ensure it can continue to thrive and expand its contribution to the local community in the years ahead."