Social Enterprise
Our vision is to continue to develop and support the work of social enterprises in Clare, which aim to improve the quality of life or the environment of their communities, with a particular focus on those which provide innovative supports to rural communities.
CLDC will deliver this vision through:
• Provision of grant aid, training, mentoring and Tús and Rural Social Scheme staff
• Referral to other organisations/ agencies who may be able to support them
• Fostering the development of social enterprise networks
• Capital supports.
See below some examples of Social Enterprises the CLDC has supported

The Burren Centre is a social enterprise catering to the needs of both tourists and locals in Kilfenora Co. Clare, providing information, education, café, meeting and exhibition spaces

Clarebus is a community based not-for profit bus transport service based in Feakle Co. Clare providing crucial local transport links throughout the county

Obair is a community development organisation providing a variety of supports to the people of Newmarket on Fergus and surrounding areas, including community crèche, afterschool, café, meals on wheels and education and training programmes
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Contact SICAP
If you would like more information or to discuss our SICAP programme please contact us on +353 65 686 6800 or email sicap@cldc.ie
