Munster Express Online

South Tipperary Sports Partnership is accepting applications from Sports Clubs under their 2009 Coaching and Development Fund. The Development Fund aims to encourage the formation of new clubs and to assist existing clubs in South Tipperary to increase participation in sport while the Coaching Fund aims to support and develop quality coaching and to encourage coaches and volunteers to undertake appropriate education and training. Priority will be given under both funds to key target groups as outlined in the Sports Partnership’s Strategic Plan 2007 – 2010. A total of €20,000 is available with a maximum of €500 per club per annum. The closing date for receipt of applications for this year under the Development Fund is Thursday 10th September 2009 and applications under the Coaching Fund will be accepted until the funds have been exhausted. Application Forms, criteria and further information are available on the Partnership website www.stsp.ie or by contacting 062 64783 or by e-mail info@stsp.ie.