Up To €1,000 Available For Kildare Parent And Toddler Groups

Friday, 16 January 2026 10:47

By Martin Osborne

New or standalone groups can receive up to €1,000, while groups linked to larger organisations can receive up to €800.

Parent and toddler groups across Kildare are being invited to apply for Government funding.

€350,000 is available in grants for Parent and Toddler Groups nationwide.

The funding can be used for toys, books, equipment, snacks and activities such as arts, crafts and music.

It can also support parenting courses and paediatric first-aid training.

Groups in Kildare can apply through the County Childcare Committee from today.

New or standalone groups can receive up to €1,000, while groups linked to larger organisations can receive up to €800.

The scheme also supports Buggy Walking Groups, aimed at helping parents and young children connect within their local community.

Applications are now open.

Kildare's City and County Childcare Committee can be contacted below.

Phone: 045 861 307

Email: info@kccc.ie

Website: www.kccc.ie

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