Kildare Receives Over €200,000 In Arts Council Funding

Wednesday, 14 January 2026 11:23

By Hannah Kelly

The Arts Council has announced its most recent funding decisions as part of its 2026 development programme

The Arts Council has announced its most recent funding decisions as part of its 2026 development programme, awarding grants nationally totalling €72.3 million to 148 arts organisations, arts centres, local authorities and creative initiatives.     

As part of this, organisations based in County Kildare receive a total of €244,000 in Arts Council funding for 2026.

The two organisations in County Kildare which will be receiving funding are:

Riverbank Arts Centre: €145,000
Kildare County Council: €99,000

Director of the Arts Council, Moling Ryan commented:  
“Through its 2026 budget, the Arts Council is prioritising support for arts organisations across Ireland, enabling them to sustain their work and plan confidently for the year ahead. These funding decisions for 2026 will support artists, audiences and communities to come together through shared creative experiences and meaningful cultural activity.” 

The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon is the national agency for funding, developing and promoting the arts in Ireland.

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