Ulster Rugby vs Llanelli Scarlets

BANBRIDGE RFC CAPITAL GRANT FUNDING SUCCESS

Banbridge RFC has recently completed a range of capital development projects at Rifle Park which have helped support the continued development of rugby and sporting provision for the whole community.

CAPITAL GRANT FUNDING

members and contributors of Banbridge RFC for their time, effort and generous donations and specifically to Club Representatives Raymond Thompson (Committee Rep) and Raymond McKinstry (Grounds Convenor) for their commitment and energy towards the project.” IRFU (Ulster Branch) Chairman of the Rugby Committee, John Boyd, said, “Volunteers are the lifeblood of rugby union across Ulster and I would personally like to congratulate all involved at Banbridge RFC for their persistence and dedication towards the implementation of these worthwhile projects.” For further information and support with grant funding for your club, please contact David Johnston (IRFU, Ulster Branch Club & Community Development Officer) via david.johnston@ulsterrugby.com.

The club firstly completed a large-scale refurbishment project to its main pitch and car park, costing a total of £130,000. £25,000 of this was grant funding was secured from Banbridge District Council, £50,000 was loan funding from Danske Bank and £55,000 was contributed from the club through fundraising activities and marquee events. Furthermore, a £39,000 project which involved the renewal of the club’s shower facilities, as well as the installation of a new energy efficient boiler system has been funded partly by Banbridge District Council (£25,000), with the remaining £14,000 again being raised by the club through a series of fundraising efforts. Banbridge RFC President, Alan Harvey, commented, “These projects have been a huge success and will contribute massively towards the club’s strategic vision and plans to increase participation in rugby activities amongst people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. The work carried out also promotes the sustainability of Banbridge RFC and its ability to grow as a community hub well into the future. “My thanks must go to Banbridge District Council for their monetary support, to the

UlsterBranch

Pictured: Raymond McKinstry, Alan Harvey and Raymond Thompson

41

www. ulster rugby.com

ULSTER RUGBY