Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2026

The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, launched the 2026 Town and Village Renewal Scheme on 16 September 2026.

The 2026 scheme aims to support the revitalisation and resilience of rural Ireland through an ongoing focus on town centre regeneration and enhancing economic and social vibrancy.

Further details are available in the Town and Village Renewal Scheme Guidelines 

Funding Streams

Kildare County Council is now seeking Expressions of Interest under the following measures:

• Main Scheme – grant funding for projects between €50,000 and €500,000.
• Project Delivery Measure – grant funding for projects up to €50,000.

How to Apply

Complete the Expression of Interest form below and return it to capdeliverysppr@kildarecoco.ie by 5:00pm on Friday, 30 October 2026.