The Regional Government Council approved, in a plenary session held on April 30, 2026, the signing of sports development program contracts (CPDD) with five regional associations. The objective is to co-finance travel and daily allowance costs for athletes, coaches, officials, and referees, ensuring their participation in national and regional competitions while mitigating costs resulting from insularity.
The beneficiary associations and their respective financial support are as follows:
These grants, managed by the Regional Directorate of Sports, apply to the 2025/2026 sports season, with contracts effective until December 31, 2026.
The Regional Government has revoked support for the Funchal Kick-Boxing Club and authorized a new program contract with the Funchal Karate Club.
The Regional Government Council approved a public commendation for Maritimo da Madeira - Futebol, SAD, for winning the Liga Portugal 2 national title.
The Regional Government of Madeira has approved sports development program contracts with five regional clubs for the 2025/2026 season.