Small grants making a big difference in Clare communities — the 2026 Community Organisation Grant Call is now open!
Clare Local Development Company (CLDC) is inviting applications from County Clare-based community organisations for the 2026 SICAP Community Organisation Grant Call, designed to help local groups, social enterprises, and community gardens […]
RTÉ Countrywide Highlights CLDC-Supported Trail Work in the Burren
The vital work of volunteers maintaining County Clare’s walking trails has received national recognition, with RTÉ’s Countrywide programme recently shining a spotlight on efforts supported by Clare Local Development Company […]
Importance of Preserving the Past Noted at Successful Traveller Oral History Event
Passing on the stories and experiences of the past is essential in understanding how a community can move forward. That was one of the key messages of a well-attended traveller […]
CLDC Highlights €7.3 Million Investment While Urging Clare Communities to Engage with Funded Supports
Clare Local Development Company (CLDC) is encouraging individuals, community groups and organisations across the county to engage with a wide range of supports currently being delivered—many of which are funded […]
Rise in Applications for Warmer Homes Scheme in Ennis
A joint campaign by Ennis Environmental Action Group (EEAG) and Clare Local Development Company (CLDC) has led to a sharp rise in applications to the SEAI Fully Funded Warmer Homes […]
Connecting Clare Communities: Free Training to Strengthen Local Groups
Community groups across County Clare are invited to take part in Connecting Clare Communities, a free training and mentoring programme supporting local organisations to grow, collaborate, and thrive. Delivered by Clare Local […]
CLDC Secured €7.3 Million Investment for County Clare Communities in 2025
Clare Local Development Company (CLDC) oversaw €7,364,418 in programme investment for the county in 2025. Last year, CLDC supported a diverse range of projects — from infrastructure upgrades and social […]
Citizen Science – March Events to Bookmark!
Join CLDC’s free citizen science webinars hosted by Nature Network Ireland, empowering Clare communities to protect local biodiversity. Next up are three events, which take place in March, and are […]
Clare Traveller Community to Celebrate Oral History Project at De Valera Library
Cuimhneamh an Chláir, in collaboration with Clare Traveller Community Development Programme (CDP), will host a special storytelling event on Tuesday, 10 March from 11am to 1pm in the multi-purpose room […]