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The Regional Government of Madeira has approved program contracts to support the operation of six childcare centers in 2026.
The Regional Government Council has authorized the allocation of financial support to six childcare centers, aiming to co-finance operating costs during the year 2026. Each entity will receive a maximum amount of 6,348.00 euros, totaling a regional investment of 74,088.00 euros.
The beneficiaries of the program contracts are:
These non-reimbursable grants are intended to relieve families of costs and ensure the continuity of this complementary early childhood education service.
The Madeiran athlete won the 2025/2026 First Division National Championship in the Pool discipline of 10-Ball. The Regional Government also commended Gastromadeira Clube de Bilhar - GCB and the Madeira Billiards Association.
Afonso Jardim Serrão, João Dinis Vieira Nascimento, Agostinho Manuel Dias Órfão and Avelino José Jardim Câmara won gold medals at the 2026 ICF Ocean Racing World Cup Stage 1. The Regional Government publicly commended the athletes and the organisations involved in their achievements.
The Regional Directorate for Sport has awarded grants for participation in regional gymnastics for all and fencing competitions. Maximum funding amounts to €432.08 for Associação One - Onde Nasce a Expressão and €631.60 for Associação Desportiva e Recreativa de Ponta Delgada.