Playground funding not easy

Raising the local contribution of €50,000 purely by local donations and fundraising for the Community Playground is 'almost impossible'.

That was the view expressed by the project's chairman, Orla O'Neill, at the recent meeting of Kilcullen Community Action. She said that other sources of funds, such as from the Leader programme, will be 'crucial'.

She added that the €8,000 raised so far for the local contribution has been a 'phenomenal' response. She particularly acknowledged the contribution from all those who had helped with the Christmas Childrens Disco, local individuals and businesses, and the €1,500 from sales of 'The Bridge' in December.

A detailed proposal to access other funding possibilities is being prepared.

Orla said also that all the organisations which use the Community Complex are to be canvassed for support, on the basis that the completion of the project will substantially improve the access and parking infrastructure for all.