Oakfield Trust Social Enterprise Conference

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the Oakfield Trust’s international conference on social enterprise. Presentations and panel discussions at the symposium showcased leaders in the social sector hailing from Ireland and Scotland.
6 Key Learnings on Assessing Impact as a Funder

Are good intentions enough?
How do we know we are making a difference?
A group of diverse philanthropy practitioners came together for a two-part session facilitated by Philanthropy Ireland (PI) to probe into these questions.
The two sessions led by philanthropy adviser, Emma Lane-Spollen, were held as part of PI’s ‘Philanthropy in Practice series’ in the first two weeks of May 2022.
Member Spotlight – Vodafone Ireland Foundation

This new feature, shines a light on members of Philanthropy Ireland, their role, you wish to spotlight your organisation please email [email protected] The Vodafone Ireland Foundation, set up in 2003, runs a wide range of community initiatives and programmes, with the mission of “connecting for good” and delivering inclusive projects through our technology. We have donated […]
Member Spotlight – The Ireland Funds
This new feature, shines a light on members of Philanthropy Ireland, their role, impact and how they are adapting to COVID-19. If you wish to spotlight your organisation please email [email protected] Since 1976, The Ireland Funds has been harnessing the power of a global philanthropic network of friends of Ireland to promote and support peace, culture, […]
‘Act with Intention and Attention’
Reflecting on the learning for philanthropy through the crisis phase of COVID 19, contributors at our recent Member Networking event emphasised the power of collaboration, the importance of listening and the value of sharing insights and knowledge