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The Regional Youth Directorate will sign programme-contracts with three Madeiran associations, awarding a total support of 18,000 euros for their activity plans.
The Regional Government has authorised the signing of programme-contracts and the granting of a maximum financial support of €18,000 to three youth and cultural associations in Madeira. The measure, approved by Regional Government Council Resolution No. 819/2026, aims to co-fund the implementation of their activity plans for the year 2026.
The support will be distributed equally among the following entities:
The resolution justifies the need for this support, emphasising that the associations, mostly managed by young people, lack the financial capacity to bear the costs of their activities alone, which take place at regional, national, and European levels. The untimely allocation of the support could jeopardise the implementation of plans already announced.
The programme-contracts are effective until 31 December 2026, with expenses incurred from 1 January 2026 being eligible. The costs are provided for in the budget of the Regional Youth Directorate.
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.
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.
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.