Funding boost for Dunamaise Arts Centre in Laois

Dunamaise Arts Centre in Portlaoise is set to receive a funding boost of  €145,000 following the announcement of grants by the Arts Council. 

The Laois Centre was among the organisations to receive a portion of the €68.5 million allocated nationally. 

This funding programme is for organisations who make a significant impact to arts infrastructure in Ireland and have a national or regional reach. These organisations support a variety of art forms including music, literature, theatre, dance, film and much more.   

Chair of the Arts Council, Maura McGrath said: “The Art Council’s budget for 2025 will be used to support, strengthen and help develop arts organisations across the country. This first round of funding decisions for 2025 will help allow artists, audiences and communities to come together through the unifying power of art. However, we recognise the difficulties and challenges that the current level of available funding brings. We commit to advocating for increased funding for our sector.”  

Maureen Kennelly, Director of the Arts Council, commented, “Grant supports are vital to the continued growth and development of the arts in Ireland. These funding decisions will help ensure that organisations throughout the country are empowered to realise compelling visions across all artforms. This financial support will allow people of all ages and backgrounds to engage with and experience the very best of the arts in our country.”