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Corporate Philanthropy in Ireland Resilient Amid Global Uncertainties

New figures released by the Community Foundation show that corporate and business partners provided more than €55 Million in grants between 2020-2024 alone – accounting for over a third of all grants issued in the organisation’s 25-year history.

Nationwide

Irish Red Cross: Free Mental Health & Psychosocial Support

Irish Red Cross offers a range of mental health and wellbeing supports for people who have fled from Ukraine to Ireland, and for the professionals and volunteers who support them. Our mental health support services include training and therapeutic interventions, depending on your need.

Online

UNICEF: Child Well-Being in an Unpredictable World

Growing up in a wealthy country with abundant resources does not a guarantee a happy, healthy childhood. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, children in some of the richest countries experienced significant declines in their academic performance, mental well-being and physical health.

Nationwide

Dublin City University’s (DCU): MA in Ethics (Corporate Responsibility)

Dublin City University’s (DCU) MA in Ethics (Corporate Responsibility) provides participants with knowledge in the foundations of ethics and skills in applying business ethics concepts and frameworks in the context of organisations. The course is part-time, over two years. No philosophy or ethics background is required to apply for this course.

Dublin

Philanthropy Ireland: Magazine

​This growing platform showcases the work, ideas, and impact of philanthropy across Ireland through interviews, expert analysis, advice, best practices, and featured articles. Stay up to date with the latest developments, trends, and conversations shaping the sector.

Nationwide

HUGG: Soccer Tournament Volunteers

We want to hold a special remembrance soccer tournament for men to honour their loved one who died by suicide. We are seeking volunteers to help us lead this unique once-off event.

Nationwide

'Before Damage is Done' campaign encourages blood pressure check

High blood pressure is blood pressure that is consistently higher than normal. The medical term for high blood pressure is hypertension. The ideal blood pressure is less than 120/70. For most people, high blood pressure is 140/90 or more. This will be lower if you have other conditions like diabetes or kidney disease or if you’ve had a stroke or already have heart disease.

Nationwide

Focus Ireland: Paws for Purpose - 60km Dog Walking Challenge!

Get Walking. Make an Impact. End Homelessness. For the entire month of June, we’re inviting you to walk 60km with your dog to raise vital funds for people experiencing homelessness in Ireland. It’s a fun and easy way to support families and individuals in need while spending quality time with your dog!

Nationwide

The Barnardos Big Toddle is back!

This year marks the 22nd anniversary of our exciting half-mile sponsored walk for crèche and pre-school aged children. Since our very first Big Toddle, young children from crèches, playgroups, preschools, and families across the country have come together to support this much-loved campaign, raising an incredible €4.84 million.

Nationwide

Understanding Self Harm - Dún Laoghaire

Understanding Self-Harm Training is a 1-day programme which aims to develop Participants' knowledge and understanding of self-harm and the reasons underlying such behaviour. The program also helps participants consider the needs of people who self-harm.

Dún Laoghaire, Co Dublin

Maynooth University: Masters of Social Science - Community & Youth Work

The Masters of Social Science in Community & Youth Work is a two-year programme with two 14-week supervised fieldwork placements at its centre. As a student you will participate in a programme of professional education and training that engages you as an active participant in your learning, working in solidarity with those affected by human rights denial, poverty and inequality.

Co Kildare

Maynooth University – School of Law and Criminology: Postgraduate Programmes

Our aim at the School is to provide students with a world-class legal education, which is grounded in an appreciation of global social, economic, and cultural contexts and challenges. Our Masters programmes in Law and Criminology are taught by recognised experts within a supportive community that provides numerous opportunities for boosting your employability prospects.

Co Kildare

New podcast ‘A Lot on Your Plate’

spunout, Ireland’s youth information and support platform, has launched a new podcast series. ‘A Lot on Your Plate’ amplifies the voices of young Palestinians living in Ireland. Each episode of ‘A Lot on Your Plate’ features guests who bring their own lived experiences and insights.

Nationwide

Sunflower Recycling: Board Member - Finance

Sunflower Recycling is a nonprofit Social Enterprise. We are looking for a Finance Board Member, with a background in finance, who will be a Director of the Company.

Dublin 1

Barnardos: Volunteer Shop Assistant

Training provided to include health and safety procedures, stock preparation, general shop duties. Ideally looking for volunteers to commit to 2 days per week.

Kilbarrack, Dublin 5

Irish Hospice Foundation – Bereavement Support Line

The Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service run by Irish Hospice Foundation in partnership with the HSE. It offers a confidential space for those who have lost a loved one, friend, or colleague to share their grief with someone who is grief-trained and who really understands the grieving journey.

Nationwide

Listen to Threshold's "Own Your Rights" Podcast

Threshold want to make sure you know your rights and own your rights so we have put together some frequently asked questions from renters that might help to also empower you. Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Nationwide

Women’s Aid National Freephone Helpline - 1800 341 900

It can be hard to talk about what is happening to you if you are being abused, but the Women’s Aid National Freephone Helpline is here to help, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. National Freephone Helpline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Nationwide

Age Action's Care and Repair Programme

Age Action’s Care and Repair does small DIY jobs, free of charge, for older people to help them maintain their homes and their independence. Operating in Cork, Dublin and Galway, Care and Repair does jobs that might be more difficult to complete as we get older but not big enough to call in a tradesperson.

Cork, Dublin & Galway

Dublin Outreach

Dublin Outreach is an assertive street outreach service provided by Dublin Simon Community in partnership with the Dublin Region Homeless Executive. This service engages with adults who are rough sleeping, supports them into short term homeless accommodation, and makes appropriate referrals to permanent housing options especially Housing First.

Dublin & Surrounds

Meitheal: Foundation Facilitation Skills Training Course

The 5 Day Foundation Facilitation Skills Training Course aims to provide an introduction to facilitation skills and practice, and to build participants confidence. This training is for those who have experience of group participation and for those who are interested in or beginning to work with groups.

Dublin City