Kilkenny groups invited to apply as St Canice’s Credit Union launches €100,000 Community Connect Fund

St Canice’s Credit Union has launched its Community Connect Fund as part of its 60th anniversary celebrations.

The fund will support capital projects that will have a lasting and positive effect on our community and is now accepting applications. The closing date is May 31, 2024. 

Organisations interested in applying for support from the Community Connect Fund can access the application form on the St  Canice’s Credit Union website. The Credit Union is seeking projects that demonstrate sustainability, address a recognised community need and align with St Canice’s Credit Union’s ethos and values.

CEO of St Canice’s Credit Union Carmel Butler is looking forward to hearing from groups and societies across the region. 

“The last time we opened our Community Connect Fund, we were so impressed with the applications we received. The range of initiatives and standard of the work being carried out in communities across our common bond is phenomenal," she said.

With an allocation of €100,000 in 2024, the Community Connect Fund is poised to make a meaningful impact within the common bond area. This area encompasses branches in High Street in Kilkenny, Bagenalstown, Callan, Piltown, Graignamanagh, Ballyragget, Durrow, Mountrath, and Rathdowney. 

St Canice’s is one of the largest community Credit Unions in Ireland with an asset size of over €475 million and a broad array of products ranging from term deposit accounts to current accounts and right up to Mortgages. As St Canice’s has grown and its membership expanded, significant effort has been made to ensure the Credit Union remains focused on its commitment to be a community focused not for profit organisation.

“The Community Connect Fund is just one of the ways we give back to our members and it is only possible through the support of those members who continue to use the Credit Union as their financial provider of choice in record numbers," said Carmel Butler.

In previous years, the fund has supported a wide range of initiatives spanning sports, social inclusion, healthcare, and everything in between. It is anticipated that once again in 2024, there will be a diverse range of groups awarded funding. Community groups of all sizes and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

If any applicants have further questions or require assistance, they can reach out to St Canice’s Credit Union at 056-7722042 and ask for the marketing department.

The very best of luck to all who take the time to apply.