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Social Inclusion Week 2026
One Donegal Social Inclusion Week is officially underway, and Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) is proud to be playing its part. Social Inclusion Week is

DLDC CEO appears before Joint Oireachtas Committee
Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) CEO Padraic Fingleton appeared this week before the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Social Protection, Rural and Community Development to discuss

Inclusion in Action: Spotlighting Diversity in Donegal Workplaces
Inclusion in Action: Spotlighting Diversity is a campaign showcasing the rich diversity of Donegal’s workforce and celebrating employers who champion inclusive practices. Developed by the

Up to €200,000 available for Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action projects
Funding of up €200,000 is available for Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation projects in Donegal under the 2023-2027 LEADER Programme. Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC), in partnership with the Donegal Local Community

DFRN Chair delivers Guest Lecture to ATU students
The Chair of the Donegal Food Response Network, Mary Coyle, was honoured to deliver a guest lecture to dietetic students at Atlantic Technological University. Mary

New Solutions Social Innovation scheme launched
Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) has welcomed the launch of the New Solutions Social Innovation €4m pilot grant scheme. Minister of State with responsibility for

DLDC launches Social Enterprise Strategy
Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) has unveiled and ambitious Social Enterprise Strategy to drive community innovation and sustainability. The 2025-2028 strategy reflects a shared vision

Myth Buster Series
Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) has today, launched its Myth Buster Series. The initiative is designed to address misinformation and misconceptions within local communities in Donegal. It focuses on issues related to migration, migrants,

Almost €1.2m in LEADER funding allocated by DLDC in 2025
Almost €1.2 million was allocated to projects by Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC) in 2025 under the 2023-2027 LEADER Programme. A total of 20 projects benefited from funding amounting to €1,193,493.50 under the 2023-2027 LEADER Programme, delivered locally by DLDC on behalf of

Letterkenny Lions Club raises €20,000 to fight food poverty in Donegal this Christmas
The immense generosity of members of the public and businesses across Donegal shone through once again this year, with Letterkenny Lions Club’s Annual Charity Auction raising €20,000 for the Donegal Food Response Network (DFRN). The network, established by Donegal

International Migrants Day 2025
“Migration is a powerful driver of economic growth, dynamism and understanding. It allows millions of people to seek new opportunities, benefiting communities of origin and

DFRN launches Strategic Plan 2026 – 2030
The Donegal Food Response Network (DFRN) has launched its first ever Strategic Plan 2026 – 2030, committing to reducing food insecurity in the county through