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The Regional Government of Madeira has approved sports development program contracts with 10 clubs to support travel expenses for the 2025/2026 season.
The Regional Government Council of Madeira has authorized the signing of sports development program contracts (CPDD) with 10 regional clubs, aiming to co-finance travel and daily allowance costs for sports agents. These grants, essential to mitigate the costs of insularity, cover participation in various national and regional competitions during the 2025/2026 sports season.
The contracts, approved by the Regional Secretariat for Education, Science and Technology, are effective until December 31, 2026, and are funded by the Regional Directorate of Sports budget, under the project for air and sea travel support.
Danilo José Moniz Ferreira received a public commendation for winning the bronze medal with the national team at the 2026 Wheelchair Handball World Championship. The coach represents Clube Naval Setubalense.
Ivone de Fátima Silva has been honoured by the Regional Government after winning two bronze medals at international paragliding competitions. The commendation also recognises her club, the Jardim da Serra Cultural and Sports Association.
Fourteen associations and informal youth groups will receive funding through the Social Innovation and Transformation Programme. The total maximum grant is €35,673.65, allocated across 2026 and 2027.