Three Kerry charities to receive Cost of Living Fund donations

second round of donations will provide up to 50 smaller non-profit organisations with vital financial support in the form of grants of up to €10,000.

Myles O’Grady, Bank of Ireland Group CEO, commented: “The rising cost of living is a significant challenge for many families across Ireland and that is why we committed €1 million in funding towards our cost of living response fund. Earlier this year we supported organisations working with some of the most vulnerable in our society, and we are pleased to announce today the second round of beneficiaries, which includes smaller organisations making a real difference in our communities and supporting those most in need.”

Denise Charlton, Chief Executive, Community Foundation Ireland, added:

“Local on-the-ground access and information is central to achieving our mission of equality for all in thriving communities. Our unique connectivity allows us to identify emerging challenges impacting certain communities and has been vital in assessing the impact of the rising cost of living. Partners like Bank of Ireland who share our equality mission allow us to use this local knowl- edge to strategically support not only those at risk, but also in identifying and implementing solutions. As a philanthropic hub for Ireland we greatly value this long-standing partnership.”

As with previous donations of this nature, the Bank is working closely with Community Foundation Ireland to support effective rollout of the fund. The Foundation has advised the Bank on a wide range of social issues and organisations that require immediate financial support and is managing the donation on behalf of the Bank.