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We are Ireland’s national association of charities, community groups and social enterprises. Charity Reg. No. 20040963 #WeAreTheWheel #WeAct
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Highlighting the importance of the LEADER programme, Minister Calleary emphasised the need to secure it in the next EU Multi Annual Financial Framework (MFF), as well as stressing Ireland's key role during its term in EU Presidency. 

#LDCNSummit
Minister Calleary opens day two of Community, Society, Economy – Summit 2030, celebrating 35 years work and achievement from Local Development Companies across the country.
Irish charities have already received over €23 million in donations through PayPal Giving Fund.

With simple enrolment, transparent reporting, and access to millions of donors, your charity could be next.
🤝 Very pleased to have the opportunity to catch up with Minister Jerry Buttimer today at the #LDCNSummit2030 in Ballina, organised by Local Development Companies Network. The event celebrates the crucial role of Local Development Companies in building and supporting communities throughout Ireland.
💠Real stories from members – learn from local organisations about the power of collaboration and achieving impact. 
💠Tailored support – chat with our staff over lunch, ask questions, and receive personalised guidance.
💠Networking with purpose – connect with peers and discover opportunities for collaboration. 
💠Expert insights from The Wheel team – hear short, practical presentations on our work, including funding, skills, policy and membership – and find out what benefits are exclusive to members.
Our team is looking forward to the chance to bring our members in-person insights, guidance, and meaningful networking opportunities – all designed to strengthen your organisation and community.

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We're taking it on the road!

After our wildly successful Cork event in April, we’re delighted to bring The Wheel Roadshow to The Model Art Centre, Sligo on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
amplify evidence-based advocacy, and celebrate the volunteer spirit that holds our towns and cities together.”

The Wheel stands ready to work with you in realising this vision.
Our warmest congratulations to President-elect Catherine Connolly. We are greatly encouraged by your commitment to “use the convening power of the office to open doors at Áras an Uachtaráin to community and voluntary organisations,
This webinar will introduce you to Sharon Hughes, Leadership Academy Manager and Hannah Coleman, Communications and Education Manager at Boardmatch Ireland who will give a background to the programme.
The programme has had three successful runs and we have successfully trained and matched over 50 people from across Irish society to Irish charity Boards.
Future Board Leaders is a programme run jointly by The Leadership Academy and Boardmatch. The programme began in 2022 with the aim of bringing new and diverse voices to Irish charity boards.
Join us for this webinar to learn all about the Future Board Leaders Programme, taking place as part of Charity Trustee's Week 2025.
Covering social media, websites, and annual reports, expect to leave this session with practical tools for telling the story behind your spreadsheets and meeting minutes!
a session on communicating your governance.  

Hannah Coleman of Boardmatch Ireland and Claire McGowran of We Act will share actionable steps any organisation can adapt, for demonstrating governance throughout your communications in a way that’s informative and interesting.
Communicating strong governance in a way that’s engaging and accessible is essential for building support, attracting funders, and ensuring the trust of those you support. To mark Charity Trustees’ Week, We Act is joining forces with Boardmatch once again, to bring you
- Mark Fenton, CEO & Founder of MASF Consulting and Co-Founder of both The Inclusion Foundation and The Allyship Academy 
- Ciara Carty, Founder & Lead Consultant at Glenmore HR.  
- Róisín McGuigan, HR & Volunteer Manager with BelongTo.
Facilitated by Andrew Madden, Head of Training, Consulting & Communications at Carmichael, this session will feature valuable contributions from ...
As part of Charity Trustees Week 2025, The Wheel and Carmichael are collaborating to bring you this free webinar, which will tackle this critical feature of the recruitment and retention landscape.