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Corporate Giving: A Call to Action for Irish Business
Corporate giving in the UK is stagnant at £4.26bn, with inflation cutting real value and cash donations falling sharply. Only a quarter of businesses give, and just 24 FTSE 100 firms donate 1%+ of profits. CAF estimates £9bn could be unlocked if all did. In-kind support is rising, but unrestricted cash remains vital. Employees expect more than leaders deliver. CAF urges 1% commitments, multi-year giving, and mandatory reporting to embed philanthropy as core business practice.
Sep 163 min read
Practical Paths to Better Impact Measurement
Philanthropy Ireland’s Making Change Visible webinar highlighted that impact measurement is about more than numbers—it’s about stories, learning, and trust. A case study from Australia’s Community Broadcasting Foundation showed how shifting from output counting to outcome-focused reporting streamlined indicators, aligned funder and grantee goals, and blended data with narratives. The session urged funders to minimise reporting burdens, build capacity, and use MEL for self-ref
Aug 193 min read
The Future of the Irish State: 2025 and Beyond – TASC
The Future of the Irish State: 2025 and Beyond” urges bold action to tackle climate, digital, and cost-of-living crises. It highlights underinvestment in key sectors and calls on funders and innovators to drive scalable, community-led solutions. Key areas include a just climate transition, ethical AI, affordable living, and civic trust. The report offers a strategic roadmap for building a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient Ireland.
Jun 203 min read
Philanthropy and Planning: Crafting a Legacy That Lives Beyond You
Goodbody’s A Lasting Legacy urges purposeful wealth transfer, highlighting philanthropy as a key pillar. It explores tools like Donor Advised Funds, foundations, and impact investing, and encourages early family conversations. With Ireland facing a major wealth shift, now is the time to plan. Philanthropy Ireland stands ready to support advisors and families in embedding giving into legacy plans.
May 263 min read
Breaking the Mold: The Transformative Effect of MacKenzie Scott’s Big Gifts
By: Sean Collins, Philanthropy Ireland Unlocking the Potential of Unrestricted Giving: A Path to Lasting Impact In the evolving...
Mar 314 min read
Grant Making Operations and Efficiencies with Modern Grantmaking
PI hosted a session on efficient, fair, purpose-led grantmaking with Modern Grantmaking authors Gemma Bull & Tom Steinberg.
Mar 273 min read
Pathways for Corporate Philanthropy: A Case Study on Bank of America
Philanthropy Ireland & Bank of America highlight corporate philanthropy’s impact in Ireland. Read the case study now!
Mar 191 min read
Unpacking Data-Driven Giving & AI in Irish Philanthropy: Opportunities, Risks, Practical Examples and Tools
AI is reshaping philanthropy, offering efficiency and insights—but ethical risks, bias, and the human touch remain key considerations.
Feb 139 min read
Trends in Irish Philanthropy 2025
Irish philanthropy in 2025 is driven by AI, collaboration, ESG goals, trust-based funding, innovative models, new leaders, and equity focus.
Jan 165 min read
The Importance of Considering our Grant Making Strategies
The recent GMN session on strategic grantmaking presented insights into how philanthropic organizations can sharpen their grantmaking.
Nov 26, 20241 min read
Ireland Could Triple Gifts from Wills to Charities
By: Niall O'Sullivan, Campaign Solutions September marks Legacy Month in Ireland, a time to seriously consider the importance of legacy...
Sep 24, 20245 min read
Enhancing Risk Assessment and Management Practices in Grantmaking
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland In the world of philanthropy, the ability to effectively assess and manage risks is crucial for...
May 16, 20243 min read
Harnessing the Power of AI for Philanthropy: Navigating Potential and Risks in Grant Making
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland Harnessing the Power of AI for Philanthropy: Navigating Potential and Risks in Grant Making In...
Mar 20, 20243 min read
Data-Driven Philanthropy: Bridging the Best of Two Worlds – Insights from the United States and the Netherlands
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland In our 2024 Budget submission, Philanthropy Ireland placed data collection as a fundamental...
Sep 19, 20235 min read
An Overview of Legacy Giving in Ireland
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland Legacy giving involves leaving a gift in your will to a charity or nonprofit. There are many...
Sep 8, 20234 min read
Before and After 2020: How the COVID-19 Pandemic Changed Nonprofit Experiences with Funders
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) has recently published a research report titled...
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Cazenove Capital in Association with ACF recently Launched the Climate Confident Report
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland Climate change stands as an all-encompassing public disbenefit, obstructing the path towards a...
Aug 25, 20233 min read
Wings – The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative Report – Enabling change, walking the talk and creating the future
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland “Philanthropy’s Transformation” is an interesting report on philanthropic effectiveness; it...
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Next Frontiers: Unlocking Resources in This Time of Crises and Possibilities
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland The Philanthropy Ireland team got the opportunity on Tuesday 11th July to attend some of the...
Jul 13, 20233 min read
Training Workshop on Impact Assessment
By: Hazel Hennessy, Philanthropy Ireland Led by by philanthropy adviser, Emma Lane-Spollen in May 2022 Useful Materials & Resources...
May 2, 20233 min read
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