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Independent Guidance for Thoughtful, Strategic Giving

Philanthropy begins with intention - a desire to make a meaningful difference.
Turning that intention into effective, impactful giving can be complex. Where should you focus? How can your contribution make the greatest difference? What structures or approaches are right for your goals? 
 

At Philanthropy Ireland, our role is to help you answer these questions with confidence. 

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Philanthropy Advisory Services 

As an independent, non-fund distributing organisation, we provide trusted, impartial guidance to individuals, families, foundations and organisations who want to give in a strategic and informed way. Our sole purpose is to support effective philanthropy in Ireland, helping you make decisions that align with your values and maximise impact. 

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We guide the why, where and how of strategic philanthropy, so you can focus on the difference you want to make. 

Why Philanthropy Ireland?

Philanthropy Ireland does not distribute funds, fundraise on behalf of charities, or promote any particular funding vehicle. This independence allows us to act as a trusted partner, providing objective insight grounded in sector knowledge and best practice. 

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Our advisory services help you: 

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Clarify your philanthropic goals and motivations 

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Understand the social issues and opportunities where philanthropy can be most impactful 

Navigate the Irish philanthropy landscape with confidence 

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Explore appropriate giving structures and approaches 

Make informed decisions about starting or growing your philanthropy 

Our aim is simple: to ensure you have the information, options, and insight needed to make important decisions with confidence. 

How We Support Your Philanthropic Journey 

We work with philanthropists and organisations at different stages of their giving, from those beginning their philanthropy journey to those looking to refine or grow existing activity. 
 

Our advisory support can include:

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Clarifying Goals and Priorities 
Structured conversations to help define your values, ambitions and areas of focus, resulting in a clear philanthropic direction. Where appropriate, we can provide an overview of philanthropic vehicles, structures, or funds that may support your goals. 

Strategic Scoping and Landscape Overview 
Independent analysis of social issue areas or geographic themes, highlighting needs, opportunities and where philanthropy can have the greatest impact. 

 Strategy Development 
Practical guidance to align your giving with long-term intentions, whether establishing a new approach or refining existing activity. 

Impact and Learning Approaches 
Support to develop proportionate impact measurement approaches that provide meaningful insight while remaining practical for both donors and organisations. 

Reflecting on Past Giving 
Independent reviews of previous philanthropic activity to inform future decisions and strengthen long-term impact. 

Our role is not to direct your giving, but to help you make informed choices. 

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The Strength of Our Advisory Services 

The strength of Philanthropy Ireland’s advisory offering lies in our community and knowledge base. 

 

Through our membership network and sector insight, we can: 

  • Provide an overview of previous philanthropic activity in particular social or geographic areas 

  • Highlight where philanthropy is already making progress 

  • Identify opportunities for collaboration or alignment 

  • Share learning and experience from across the sector 

  • Help mitigate risk and avoid duplication of effort 

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This provides reassurance that your philanthropy is informed by real insight, while opening opportunities for collaboration and peer connection where appropriate. 

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Choosing Philanthropy Ireland for advisory support also strengthens the wider sector. Knowledge and learning generated through advisory work helps build shared understanding across the philanthropy community, supporting more coordinated and effective giving in Ireland.

Get in Touch

To get support please contact Hazel Hennessy below or fill in the contact form

083 150 1267

hazel@philanthropy.ie

Please Note: Philanthropy Ireland is not a grant maker or funder and is not able to provide support or advice on how to access philanthropic funding. 

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