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2023-2027 LEADER Programme

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🌱 LEADER Programme 2023–2027 in Kildare

Empowering Communities. Supporting Rural Development.

The Kildare Local Community Development Committee (LCDC), in partnership with County Kildare Leader Partnership, is responsible for the delivery of the 2023–2027 LEADER Programme across County Kildare.

🧭 How It Works

Decisions on LEADER funding are made locally by a network of Local Action Groups (LAGs). These groups are made up of public and private community members, working together under a community-led Local Development Strategy (LDS).

💡 What Is LEADER?

LEADER is a European Union initiative supporting community-led development in rural areas, delivered locally in Ireland through Local Action Groups (LAGs). Funded by the EU and the Irish Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, it provides grant aid to projects and enterprises focused on economic growth, job creation, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability in rural communities. 

It aligns with Specific Objective 8 of the CAP Strategic Plan:

Vibrant Rural Areas

Promoting employment, growth, gender equality, social inclusion, and sustainable local development—including circular bio-economy and sustainable forestry.

🌍 Our Vision for Kildare

We envision a more inclusive and vibrant county, where every citizen—young and old—can actively participate in the civic, economic, social, and cultural life of their community.

💶 Funding Allocation

💰 €5.4 million
Total funding available for Kildare under the LEADER Programme from 2023 to 2027.

🎯 Programme Themes

The LEADER Programme in Kildare focuses on three key themes:

LEADER Theme 1LEADER Theme 2LEADER Theme 3

The current Kildare Local Development Strategy (LDS) was officially approved by the LCDC and the Department of Rural and Community Development in late 2023.

 

📜 Click to view the current Kildare LDS: Kildare Local Development Strategy 2023 - 2027

📜 Click here for the LEADER information leaflet: LEADER info leaflet or as Gaeilge: Bileog Eolais LEADER

How to apply for LEADER Funding:

The Implementing Partner for LEADER funding, on behalf of the Kildare Local Action Group (LAG) is County Kildare LEADER Partnership (CKLP).

ℹ️ For information on LEADER funding and how to apply please contact County Kildare LEADER Partnership (CKLP) on 045-895450 or email: leader@countykildarelp.ie. Click here for their website.

ℹ️ For information on Project Ireland 2040 click here 

ℹ️ For information on European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) click here