THE IRELAND FUNDS

The Ireland Funds is a global philanthropic network that unites friends of Ireland to champion peace, culture, education and community development across the island. Since its launch in 1976, the organisation has built a vibrant community of donors, volunteers and partners who raise and distribute funds to thousands of Irish-based charities, from music-education programmes such as Generation to early-learning initiatives and community-development projects throughout the north and south.

Through a calendar of high-profile events - including national galas, golf classics and young-leader celebrations in cities from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco - The Ireland Funds mobilises resources that translate into substantial grantmaking, exemplified by recent awards of $250,000 to eleven organisations and the Heart of the Community Fund supporting grassroots groups. By linking diaspora enthusiasm with on-the-ground impact, the Fund delivers lasting progress for Irish communities while celebrating half a century of charitable partnership.