2 ACROSS IRELAND AND AROUND THE WORLD, THE IRELAND FUNDS IS: Creating jobs Promoting Irish art & culture Promoting dialogue across communities in Northern Ireland Advancing social entrepreneurship Strengthening transparency & accountability in the non profit sector Providing inner city after-school programs Bringing meals to thousands of people on society’s margins Providing access to education Helping the homeless Ensuring the next generation is a music generation Providing guide dogs for those with disabilities Protecting the environment