Photo: Harry Reid
St. Canice’s Credit Union Kilkenny is thrilled to announce the launch of the Community Connect Fund, a €150,000 initiative designed to support local projects that will enrich the community for years to come. This funding is open to organisations in the areas surrounding the branches in High St. Kilkenny, Bagenalstown, Callan, Piltown, Graiguenamanagh, Ballyragget, Durrow, Mountrath, and Rathdowney.
The Community Connect Fund aims to assist projects that make a real difference in the community. The fund seeks initiatives that are sustainable and meet social, cultural, or charitable needs. Each application should appeal to a broad range of members and reflect the values of St. Canice’s Credit Union. Since 2017, over 90 organisations have received support from this fund, including Windgap Community Shop, Kilkenny SPCA, Freshford Community Café, and St. Patrick’s Boxing Club.
“When our members use our services, they not only help to keep a thriving financial institution in their local area for them and their families, they also directly contribute to efforts like Community Connect which puts money directly back into our local areas,” said Carmel Butler, CEO of St. Canice’s Credit Union, pictured here with Stephen McLaughlin, Chairperson of the Board of Directors, and Avilene Casey, Vice Chairperson.
St. Canice’s Credit Union is especially interested in projects that show collaboration, offer services to multiple groups, and have cross-community appeal. The outcome of these projects will be visible and sustainable over a significant period, contributing to the overall well-being and development of the community. The application process is simple and can be found on the St. Canice’s Credit Union website. www.stcanicescu.ie.
