Focus Areas
Education
The Ireland Funds invest in high-quality education by supporting programs that widen access to and participation in third-level education for under-represented groups; provide access to integrated education in Northern Ireland; support innovation and groundbreaking research in third-level institutions throughout the island of Ireland; and extend a broad range of learning opportunities for students of all ages.
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Community Development
The Ireland Funds support communities by contributing to positive mental and physical health; community integration; development of entrepreneurial skills; opportunities for learning; sport and leisure; and protection of the natural environment. We are proud to support programs that care for senior members of the community, provide opportunities for young people in disadvantaged communities and promote a transparent and effective non-profit sector and a vibrant culture of philanthropy.
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Arts and Culture
The Ireland Funds support Irish culture and heritage by providing funding for programs that promote cultural awareness and understanding; preserve uniquely Irish art forms and artifacts; increase public access to a variety of art forms and collections; and ensure the protection of and access to Irish heritage sites and resources.
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Peace and Reconciliation
The Ireland Funds address sectarianism and violence in Northern Ireland by supporting initiatives that address the lack of understanding and respect for varying cultural and religious values; a stagnant economy that has inflicted long-term unemployment; and inadequate opportunities in education, employment and personal development.
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