Strengthen YOUR philanthropy within our community of strategic donors igniting social change
We believe in the value and power of philanthropy to make real and lasting change in our society.
We work with individuals and organisations interested in igniting a philanthropic movement in Ireland and in making it easier for donors to strategically support the causes they care most about.
While our membership is diverse, we share the same mission: to strengthen the social sector by advancing knowledge, practice and understanding of philanthropy.
“The highest use of capital is not to make more money but to make money do more for the betterment of life”
– Henry Ford
Ireland Funds is a global philanthropic network. Established in 1976, The Ireland Funds’ mission is to harness the power of a global philanthropic network of friends of Ireland to promote and support peace, culture, education and community development across the island of Ireland and among Irish communities around the world.
The Fermanagh Trust a registered charity, established in 1995, promotes and supports charitable endeavours and initiatives which leads to social and community development. The Trust has established itself as a community foundation, building an endowment which supports community and voluntary endeavours. The Trust has a wide range of funds supporting community development, good relations, volunteering and arts, cultural and sporting endeavours.
So you’ve got an idea. No, a dream. A dream that could make a difference in your community – to change something by solving a problem or creating an opportunity. First, you need to talk to somebody about a loan to make it happen. We might well be that somebody. And we’re listening.
We’re a charity and a social enterprise operating across the entire island of Ireland and our aim is to create a world-class community finance system that works tirelessly towards ensuring that positive social impact is felt – not just dreamt. www.communityfinanceireland.com #choosechange
The Carnegie UK Trust works to improve the lives of people throughout the UK and Ireland, by changing minds through influencing policy, and by changing lives through innovative practice and partnership work. The Carnegie UK Trust was established by Scots-American philanthropist Andrew Carnegie in 1913.
The Arts Council of Ireland is the Irish government agency for developing the arts. We work in partnership with artists, arts organisations, public policy makers and others to build a central place for the arts in Irish life.
Clann Credo – Community Loan Finance is a social enterprise which not only serves but is also proud to be a part of the Community and Voluntary Sector. We provide loans to community organisations, sports organisations, charities and social. enterprises. We help organisations to achieve their social, economic and financial potential on terms and conditions that may not be available to them commercially.
Social Entrepreneurs Ireland (SEI) is an Irish not-for-profit organisation that supports people with new solutions to Ireland’s biggest social problems. SEI helps these individuals to increase their impact by providing significant funding alongside in-depth technical and practical support.
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Email: info@philanthropy.ie
Joe Quinsey, currently CEO of DCU Educational Trust, has over 30 years’ senior-level experience covering both industry and the non-profit sector. Previous non-profit roles include CEO of The Children’s Medical & Research Foundation and Director of Change for the Rehab Group, whilst his industry experience includes senior finance, commercial and general management roles in blue chip multi-nationals, Diageo and CRH. A chartered management accountant by profession, Joe also holds an MBA from Dublin City University
Bríd is an Associate Director in Risk Consulting. She commenced her career working in private equity and investment management and has since built over 10 years’ experience in professional services.
Bríd advises clients on matters relating to governance, conduct, regulation and compliance. Previous engagements include working as Authorised Officer for the Central Bank of Ireland on conduct related issues; advising an international insurance group on the authorisation process and also an international banking group on compliance relating to its private banking business. She has significant experience in Individual Accountability, Fitness and Probity having advised both Irish and UK institutions on their obligations in these areas.