Spraoi agus Spórt
growth plans
13.05.26
SPRAOI agus Spórt in
Carndonagh has announced plans to further expand its
team as part of an ongoing period of sustained growth
and development.
Formed by a small group of volunteers in 2010, the
organisation grew steadily to a team of 100 people by
2025. CEO Helen Nolan says they aim to increase this
further by the end of 2026, which is good for the
community and the local economy. This expansion reflects
both rising demand for its services and a continued
commitment to delivering high-quality, community-led
supports across the Inishowen Peninsula.
“Our development is rooted in responding to the evolving
needs of the community," says Helen. “Since September we
have expanded our management team across Innovation &
Engagement, and our next step is to appoint a Manager
for our Children, Family and Community Services. Our
focus has always been on meeting real needs with
services of the highest quality, and that is what drives
our growth.” |
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The award-winning social
enterprise also runs summer camps for children and
plans for 2026 Summer Camps will be announced soon. |
Operating from Carndonagh
and working across Inishowen, Spraoi agus Spórt delivers
a wide range of programmes supporting children, young
people, families, and individuals with additional needs.
These include community childcare, family supports,
disability services, and inclusive recreational
initiatives.
For details on career opportunities at Spraoi agus Spórt
go to
www.spraoiagussport.ie .
Gaeltacht Bursaries for Inishowen Students
Spraoi agus Spórt has also announced they will sponsor
two €400 bursaries for students attending the Gaeltacht
in Rann na Feirste this summer, in partnership with Feis
Domhnaigh.
The bursaries will be awarded through a Comhrá
Ginearálta competition organised as part of Feis
Domhnaigh.
The competition is open to both primary and secondary
school students. Entries close on May 23rd, 2026, and
the competition will take place on the evening of June
12th, 2026.
Organisers are encouraging students from across the
community to take part in what promises to be an
enjoyable celebration of spoken Irish.
Further details on entry requirements and competition
arrangements will be available through Feis Domhnaigh
organisers and on Spraoi agus Spórt social media
channels. |
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