b'Ardoyne has always been one of the most challenged areas of Belfast. We had one of the largest losses of life during the Troubles. Funding from The Ireland Funds hasnt just purchased equipment. It has kept kids o the streetshere. Its been massively helpful and has really allowed us to move forward.Eanes Keenan, The Ardoyne Holy Cross Boxing Club"The support of The Ireland Funds is philosophical. It is an absolute energetic support that stands for thecreative life, for children and their potential. It is the act of coming alongside and standing with us. We areconstantly reinterpreting culture and The Ireland Funds are part of that journey.Eina McHugh, The ArkThe Ireland Funds give us a sense of belief in what we do. The support shows us that what were doing is valued by peoplebeyond the Burren. With these resources, we are going to realize the potential of this place. Brendan Dunford, the Burrenbeo TrustThe support received from The American Ireland Fund is crucial to the ongoing existence of organizationslike us that provide frontline services. Paul Finnegan, the New York Irish CenterThe support from The Ireland Funds has literally made it possible for us to survive. Margo Dolan, Founding Director of The Ballinglen Art FoundationSupport from The Ireland Funds has meant we can sustain our growth throughout the country. Funding has made areal dierence. It says that people see the value of our project and its impact.Mary Nally, Third Age/Filte IsteachThe Ireland Funds grant allowed us to take on four more schools. Thanks to The Ireland Funds grant wehave been able to impact over a thousand children.Paula Madden, Coordinator of the Yellow Flag Programmeconnect2013 | 9'