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The Ireland Funds
@TheIrelandFunds
We are a global network working to promote & support peace, culture, education and communities throughout Ireland, and Irish-related causes around the world.
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Dec 23, 2017
    Blessed are the peacemakers. The Ireland Funds is deeply saddened at the passing of our great friend, guide and former Chair - Dr. Maurice Hayes. His contribution to The Ireland Funds over the past 40 years cannot be overstated and his legacy of care shall live on.
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    The Ireland Funds
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    May 18, 2024
    We mourn the passing of Sir Anthony "Tony" O'Reilly, Co-Founder of The Ireland Funds. When he helped establish The Ireland Funds with Dan Rooney in 1976 at the height of the Troubles in Northern Ireland, his insight and love for the island created an organization that today has
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Jun 16, 2022
    Adam Clayton of @U2 praises the achievements of @mus_gen and thanks @TheIrelandFunds for its partnership in helping create Music Generation as “one of U2’s greatest legacies”.
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Jun 16, 2022
    Congratulations to Irish author, Joseph O’Connor, The Ireland Funds AWB Vincent Literary Award Winner. Joseph has now joined luminaries from the literary world including Seamus Heaney, Brian Friel, Eavan Boland and Marina Carr. #TheIrelandFundsIsThere
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Feb 23, 2021
    We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Darren Ryan and welcome him as the new Director Ireland of The Ireland Funds. We look forward to Darren's leadership and the part he will play in shaping the impact that the organisation has across the island. irelandfunds.org/news/the-irela…
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Feb 23, 2024
    “To be the recipient of The Ireland Funds Monaco Bursary is an incredible honour for which I’m enormously grateful. It is a gift of time, in which I will be able to continue my research into the links between HSH Princess Grace of Monaco and successive Presidents of Ireland." -
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Apr 13, 2017
    Our hearts are heavy. R.I.P. Dan Rooney - The Ireland Funds co-founder and heart. His integrity, character and love for Ireland live forever
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Nov 12, 2018
    We are delighted to announce our Flagship Awardees for 2018/19. These 6 wonderful organisations will receive investments from @TheIrelandFunds totalling €465,000 over 2 years, along with other supports. We are proud to support the incredible work of each organisation #IFGrants
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Oct 9, 2023
    Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Chuck Feeney whose remarkable philanthropy, leadership, commitment, and generosity knew no bounds. He was a true beacon of hope and kindness, and his dedication to making the world a better place left an indelible mark on us all. May
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Jan 12, 2021
    Our deepest condolences go to the family of Norman Houston today. He was a great friend to The Ireland Funds in supporting and speaking at many of our events, particularly those of our Young Leaders, as he served Northern Ireland in DC. His presence will be greatly missed.
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Jun 21, 2018
    Congratulations to Irish author Anne Enright. Winner of The Ireland Funds AWB Vincent Literary Award for 2018. Anne has now has joined luminaries from the literary world such as Seamus Heaney, Austin Clarke, Colum McCann in receiving the Award.
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Dec 2, 2019
    We're delighted to announce The Ireland Funds Flagship Awardees 2019! These 6 fantastic organisations will receive investment totalling €500,000 along with other supports. Our hearts and minds were captured by each project & we're proud to support their incredible work.#IFGrants
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Apr 6, 2018
    Spread the good news! @TheIrelandFunds Flagship Grant Round opens on Mon, April 9. Do you know a great Irish nonprofit that could use support for core funding, capacity building or programme costs? Learn more at irelandfunds.org/grants/
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    The Ireland Funds
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    Mar 17, 2022
    Such an honor to have our President & CEO @cfottrell welcome @POTUS to #TheIrelandFundsDC National Gala. Thank you to our friends and supporters who help ensure #TheIrelandFundsIsThere for the island of Ireland.