WELCOME TO LEADER 2023 – 2027

Do you or your community have an idea for a LEADER project?   Are you looking for LEADER funding?  Follow the steps below to get started!

STEP 1:   

Download, Complete and Submit an EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) Form

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM PDF

( download and print )

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM Word Version

( complete online )

NON-ELIGIBLE PROJECTS

View a list of projects that

will not be funded

A Development Officer will check that your EOI proposal complies with the KLP Local Development Strategy.  If your project complies and is Eligible, you will be sent a Project pack that includes an Application form

STEP 2

Download, Complete and Submit an APPLICATION FORM

APPLICATION FORM

PDF

( download and print )

APPLICATION FORM

Word Version

( complete online )

VIEW

CASE STUDIES

THE APPLICATION TO FUNDING JOURNEY

Here is a summary of your journey from idea to approval.  We highly recommend you contact a development officer for support and advice.

About the LEADER Programme

KLP is pleased to announce the LEADER 2023- 2027.   KLP launched the new programme on the 15th April in the Medieval Mile Museum, Kilkenny.  Guest Speaker Minister Malcolm Noonan T.D. for Carlow-Kilkenny, Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform attended and reiterated the important role that LEADER has played County-wide.  LEADER is a ‘bottoms up’ approach to rural and community development.  This EU wide Rural Development Programme is a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing the well-being of rural communities. The program provides funding, support, and guidance to local communities and businesses in rural areas, with a focus on economic and social development and environmental sustainability.  Overall, the Rural Development Programme plays a critical role in promoting vibrant, sustainable rural communities throughout the County Kilkenny.