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Government reallocates 420,000 euros in support to Madeira Volunteer Firefighters
The Regional Secretariat for Health and Civil Protection approved the internal redistribution of 420,000 euros in financial support to the Madeira Volunteer Firefighters Humanitarian Association across three support programmes.
Prazeres Educational Farm Receives 20,000 Euro Support
The Parish Church Factory of Prazeres will receive a financial contribution of 20,000 euros to ensure the normal operation of the Prazeres Educational Farm in 2026.
600,000 Euro Financial Boost for 'September 4, 1862' Elderly Care Home
The total budget for the construction and equipping of an elderly care home managed by the 'September 4, 1862' Mutual Aid Association has been increased to over 4.2 million euros.
Government praises three sporting achievements of Madeiran athletes
The Regional Government Council approved three resolutions of public praise for Madeiran athletes and clubs for national and European achievements in athletics and roller hockey.
Regional Government praises Madeiran athlete for European Table Tennis bronze medal
Maria Leonor Correia Gomes, the Galomar Sports Association, and the Madeira Table Tennis Association have been publicly praised for winning a bronze medal at the 2026 European Youth Championships.
Madeira Creates Statute for the Elderly to Strengthen Rights and Support
A Regional Legislative Decree has been published, creating the Statute for the Elderly in Madeira, establishing a framework of rights, protection, and specific measures for the population aged 65 and over.
Youth: 44 entities received regional support in 2025
The Regional Youth Directorate publishes the list of beneficiaries of its support programs, with a total exceeding 296 thousand euros.
Legislative Assembly Recommends Evaluation of Independent Living Support Model in Madeira
The Legislative Assembly of Madeira approved a resolution recommending that the Regional Government evaluate the implementation of the Independent Living Support Model for people with disabilities.
Application Period Open for Extraordinary Fuel Support for Private Social Solidarity Institutions
Private Social Solidarity Institutions (IPSS) can apply for the Extraordinary Fuel Support Programme between August 3 and 7, 2026.
Regional Government praises canoeists and association for solidarity crossing
The Government Council approved a public commendation for the four athletes and the association promoting the solidarity crossing between Porto Santo and Madeira.
Tender Opening for Management of Santa Teresinha Facility
The Regional Government has authorized the opening of a procedure to select a social and solidarity sector entity to manage the residential facility for the elderly, day centre, and social centre in Canhas.
Regional Government publicly praises two former Diaspora Councillors
José Leonel Rodrigues Teixeira and João Paulo Mendonça Gouveia were the subjects of public commendation resolutions for their dedicated service to Madeiran communities in the USA and the UK.