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End of Tax Year - A Great Time for Philanthropy

02 September 2010 | In

With the end of October fast approaching, now could be the perfect time for professional advisors to discuss philanthropy with some clients. Setting up a Donor Advised Fund at The Community Foundation provides the ideal opportunity to make a donation to set up a fund now, maximising tax efficiencies while leaving donors / clients the opportunityto determine how the money shall be disbursed later. The Community Foundation can provide advice and administrative support with this. In the US and UK such times see a sharp increase in giving by high earning professionals and other self-assessed tax payers. For more information, please contact Niall O'Sullivan on 874 3807 (direct line)

Guide to Giving Circles

13 August 2010 | In

The Community Foundation has prepared an updated Guide to Giving Circles. Giving Circles are gaining in popularity worldwide. The Guide has been prepared as a follow-up action to the interest in the concept which emerged at a Women’s Philanthropy symposium in Dublin in April 2010. It includes lots of tips about starting a Giving Circle. We hope you are inspired.

Women’s Fund Benefits from International Women’s Polo Competition

12 August 2010 | In

The Women's Fund for Ireland is the beneficiary charity for the 11^th International Women’s Polo Competition on August 22 in Ashford, Co Wicklow. This great event sees international polo riders competing – not to mention great fun and style, a barbeque, picnic, live music and more besides. For more information see the brochure here

Philanthropy in Ireland - New Report Launched June 2010

01 July 2010 | In News

A new report, launched in June 2010 has found that the percentage of disposable income given by members of the public to charities in Ireland ranks below the US, the UK and many other European countries. The report, 'Philanthropy in the Republic of Ireland' prepared by the McKinsey Company, has also found that levels of giving in Ireland have not kept pace with the increase in wealth in the country. The report found that while 90% of Irish people do give to charity, the pattern of giving was irregular and often consisted of small amounts.

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