b'neWYOrK / pHiLADeLpHiA THE AMERICAN IRELAND FUND ArOunD THe WOrLD 1 2 3Celebration for Loretta Brennan Glucksman and John Fitzpatrick1 John Fitzpatrick,DeCemBer, 2013 Over 100leading supporters gathered at Le Cirque for a special reception to celebrate LorettaLoretta Brennan GlucksmanBrennan glucksmans 18 years as Chairman and to welcome and congratulate John Fitzpatrick as the new Chairman2 Gabriel Byrne3 Gene & Peggy McQuade of The American Ireland Fund. The COO of The American Ireland Fund, Tom OLeary, welcomed the guests and critically acclaimed Irish actor and writer, gabriel Byrne, who delivered a heartfelt speech about Loretta and spokeabout their long friendship. Loretta thanked everyone for joining on this special night and wished John well in his tenureas Chairman and assured him of what a hugely fulfilling role it would be. Irelands Ambassador to The Unites States, AnneAnderson, thanked Loretta for her leadership and generosity and spoke of the relevance of the Fund and impact of itswork across Ireland today. John Fitzpatrick spoke about continuing Lorettas work and leading the great organization.1 2 3Philadelphia Young Leaders Christmas Celebration1 Patrick Gangemi, Jason Early,DeCemBer, 2013 The Philadelphia Young Leaders of The American Ireland Fund got together to celebrate aKaitlin McCartan, great year of fundraising and raise a toast to the holidays. The union League of philadelphia provided the perfect Francis McCartan2 Chris Carroll, Trip Close,holiday setting. National Director of the Young Leaders, pat Tully, addressed the supporters and spoke about the James Spinelliupcoming third annual Young Leaders Global Summit which would be attended by 200 of their Young Leader 3 Young Leaderscolleagues growing the Young Leader network. Philadelphia Steering Committee Chair, Jason early promised a great2014 calendar full of fundraisers and friendraisers to continue and grow the network in the city of brotherly love.connect2014 | 71'