This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM
Over five thousand Galway families will automatically receive the Back-to-School Clothing and Footwear Allowance in July.
Families who do not receive notification from the Department of an automated payment should make an application, even if they received a payment last year.
The rates of payment are €160 for children aged 4-11 years on or before 30th September 2025, and €285 for children aged 12-22 years on or before 30th September 2025
Online applications can be made at MyWelfare.ie until September 30th.
