Open for Applications: Love Drogheda BID announces the return of their Flower Grant Initiative for a fifth year.
We are pleased to announce that they are opening applications for their popular Flower Grant Initiative for 2025, aimed at enhancing the attractiveness of the town centre. The initiative, which saw a commitment of €7,000 from the organisation in 2024,has significantly contributed to the beautification and vibrancy of the town centre.
Since its inception the Love Drogheda Flower Grant has grown from a handful of participants to over 40 businesses applying for the grant, showcasing the widespread enthusiasm and support for this project. The Flower Grant Initiative operates on a shared funding model where the BID contributed per window box or hanging basket and the ratepayer contributes the balance. With most businesses installing two or more stunning floral displays, the Flower Grant adds over 100 additional floral displays to Drogheda. Flowers boxes and baskets across the town bring a splash of colour and charm to the town centre and supplementing the street flower displays put in place by Louth County Council. This and various other initiatives are part of Love Drogheda's continuing efforts to present our town in the best possible light. it is imperative that our town strives to put its best foot forward at every opportunity.
CEO of Love Drogheda BID Trevor Connolly commented “Love Drogheda BID is proud to have partnered with our ratepayer members on this initiative and we look forward to continuing our efforts to support and enhance the town's appeal. Over the past five years since the establishment of Love Drogheda BID we have dedicated approximately €25,000 to the Flower Grant project. The impact that flower boxes and baskets have on the town centres appearance cannot be underestimated and is noted every year by residents and visitors alike.”
Chairperson Sarah Taaffe stated “The Flower Grant Initiative is an opportunity to work together with businesses, adding colour and vibrancy to our town centre, complimenting the flowers that are already installed along our main streets. We, at Love Drogheda BID, are hoping that businesses take advantage of the grant and add floral displays to their premises, adding to the attractiveness of Drogheda for the summer season .Grants will be awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis, so we are encouraging anyone interested to get their applications in early.”
Application forms and further information of the Flower Grant 2025 can be found HERE. Completed forms and accompanying photos and receipts should be returned to hello@lovedrogheda.ie by 5pm Friday 13th June. The Flower Grant is a competitive process and has a limited budget therefore grants will be awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis. Love Drogheda BID will award a maximum of €200 per business towards the installation of flower baskets or window boxes or a watering system.
