SECAD Partnership is inviting expressions of interest from community groups interested in securing funding under either the Measure 1 or the Development Measure of the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2024/25.
The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) provides funding for the development of new and existing outdoor recreational infrastructure in rural areas.
Measure 1 Projects
- Measure 1 of the scheme covers the upkeep/repair/development of trails/walkways/outdoor recreational facilities managed by the organisation making the application.
- SECAD is eligible to submit 3 applications for funding to the Dept. of Rural & Community Development for Measure 1 projects
- Projects can seek grant aid up to €40,000 for small scale Repair/Development/Promotion and Marketing.
- The application form can be accessed here.
Development Measure Projects
- The Development Measure covers the development costs for strategic large scale projects.
- SECAD is eligible to submit 1 application for funding to the Dept. of Rural & Community Development under the Development Measure .
- Projects can seek grant aid up to €50,000 for the development costs for strategic large scale projects.
- The application form can be accessed here.
The guidelines for the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme can be accessed here.
Applications will be submitted by SECAD Partnership to the Dept. of Rural & Community Development on behalf of the projects selected.
Completed application forms should be submitted to eryan@secad.ie.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 28th January
If you require any further information, please email: eryan@secad.ie
