9th June, 2014
Washington, DC Young Leaders Congressional Reception 2014
Date : 9th June, 2014
The Washington, DC Young Leaders of The American Ireland Fund
Reception honoring Congressman Peter King (R-NY), Congressman Richard Neal (D-MA) and the Friends of Ireland Caucus.
RSVP to Martha Hayes at mhayes@irlfunds.org
About the Young Leaders
Paving the way for the future,
the Washington D.C. Young Leaders Society cultivates an emerging
generation of philanthropists while providing a networking forum and a
connection with mode Ireland.
Not yet a member? Visit The Washington DC Young Leaders Society and lea more about Membership and the work of The American Ireland Fund.
The American Ireland Fund is part of The Worldwide Ireland Funds, a philanthropic network across 12 countries that has raised over $450 million for worthy causes in Ireland and Irish causes around the world. It is the largest network of friends of Ireland dedicated to supporting programs of peace and reconciliation, arts and culture, education and community development. Founded in 1976, The Worldwide Ireland Funds have benefited over 3,000 organizations. Funds raised are contributed by private philanthropists and organizations.
Promising Ireland Campaign
In response to the severe downtu in the Irish economy, The Worldwide Ireland Funds launched the Promising Ireland Campaign in 2009 to raise $100 million for charities experiencing an increased demand for their services at a time of a major reduction in resources. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of donors, the initial goal has been exceeded and the target has been doubled to now raise $200 million. As a result, one third of the Funds' total eaings since foundation have been raised during the five years of the Campaign. Over 650 outstanding projects and organizations have received support from the Promising Ireland Campaign.
The American Ireland Fund holds a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator in recognition of efficiency, sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.