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# Charity

This week
26th November 2023 - 2nd December 2023
Peter McVerry Trust to receive €4 million this week in first tranche of emergency Govt funding
It was confirmed on Tuesday that the Government is to provide up to €15 million in funding to the charity.
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Thu 11:53 AM
Last month
November 2023
Boygenius release single in honour of Sinéad O'Connor, proceeds going to Dublin charity
Proceeds will be donated to The Aisling Project, an afterschool service in Ballymun.
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Nov 17th 2023, 7:32 PM
This year
2023
Housing charity regulator appoints financial inspectors to Peter McVerry Trust
The housing and homelessness charity notified the regulator of ‘financial and governance’ issues at the organisation in July.
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Sep 26th 2023, 5:30 PM
Over 250 parents contacted SVP every day last week about back-to-school costs
The charity is “hopeful” that the Government will make school books free at secondary level in the upcoming Budget.
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Aug 31st 2023, 6:45 AM
Over 580 people with mental health difficulties supported with housing last year
Hail is calling on the Government to provide more sustainable funding for its tenancy sustainment services in the upcoming Budget.
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Aug 28th 2023, 6:00 AM
Peter McVerry Trust informs Department of Housing of 'potential financial issues' at charity
The issue was first reported by the Business Post this evening.
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Aug 16th 2023, 8:04 PM
84% support for tougher action against charities in event of wrongdoing
The Charities Regulator has published the results of public polling on donations and the regulation of charities.
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May 9th 2023, 8:47 AM
Tens of thousands take part in Darkness Into Light events across the country
Phoenix Park in Dublin hosted one of the day’s biggest events.
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May 6th 2023, 11:37 AM
At least 85 people killed after crowd surge at Yemen charity distribution
Local officials said that around 50 people were in serious condition in hospital.
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Apr 20th 2023, 1:01 PM
'We've seen more working people and others who wouldn't be homeless in normal circumstances'
A report by
David MacRedmond
While some have predicted a sudden, large increase in homelessness after the lifting of the eviction ban, others say the increase will be more gradual.
Homeless charities have spoken about the breadth of people being affected by the housing crisis.
Depaul has detailed concerns over people's access to medical care.
Elderly people are at particular risk of becoming homeless after eviction.
Landlords issued more than 4,300 notices to quit in final quarter of 2022, new figures show
'100% incorrect': Taoiseach denies claim he overruled Housing Minister to end the eviction ban
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Apr 6th 2023, 12:02 AM
Mayo charity could 'decide' whether to invite inspectors due to legal loophole, Dáil hears
TD Rose Conway-Walsh said an independent investigation needs to be carried out at the organisation.
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Mar 22nd 2023, 10:00 PM
Donkey from animal cruelty video has been rescued by charity as Gardaí investigate
Gardaí have asked anyone with information relating to the incident o contact them as their investigation continues.
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Jan 21st 2023, 5:38 PM
Last year
2022
Childline volunteer: I have been able to help kids in trouble the way I was helped
Jonathan Ryan will be working the Childline phones through Christmas – he is reminded of how the helpline got him through his own tough times.
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Dec 17th 2022, 8:00 PM
Poll: Are you volunteering or donating to charity this Christmas?
Will you be giving the gift of giving this year?
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Dec 4th 2022, 10:30 AM
'It's nostalgia - it's like no other radio station I've ever been on': Inside Christmas FM
The staple of Irish Christmas listening is in its fifteenth year — and has a new studio.
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Dec 3rd 2022, 8:00 PM
Charity asks France, Spain, Greece for help with rescued migrants
There are many unaccompanied minors and children on board, the youngest of whom is three
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Nov 3rd 2022, 10:52 PM
Charlie Bird thanks thousands for ‘day of kindness’ while presenting €3.3 million to charities
The former RTÉ correspondent hinted he may pursue another challenge if his health permits it.
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Jul 26th 2022, 1:30 PM
Nearly 90% of Irish adults have donated to charity this year, with almost half supporting Ukraine
More than one in five people donated money solely to causes supporting Ukraine.
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May 19th 2022, 10:26 PM
Poll: Have you donated money to support Ukraine?
Have you given?
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Mar 12th 2022, 9:38 AM
Boris Johnson says suggestion he intervened in animal airlift is ‘total rhubarb’
Boris Johnson has been accused of lying after leaked emails contradicted his stance of denying his involvement.
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Jan 27th 2022, 1:47 PM
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Opinion: Three charity workers share how Covid changed fundraising without dampening spirits
The pandemic has affected the sector, but these three people from different charities say they’re still feeling bright about the spirit of giving.
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Dec 24th 2021, 7:30 AM
Over 1,200 dinners to be delivered to older people living alone on Christmas Day
The Order of the Knights of St Columbanus, Irish Rural Link and Alone are teaming up to provide the service.
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Dec 20th 2021, 5:38 PM
Dublin homeless charity to be liquidated following sexual assault allegations
The charity’s assets are estimated to be in excess of €1 million.
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Nov 1st 2021, 5:04 PM
'I was vulnerable': Man who alleges he was assaulted by Anthony Flynn speaks out
An internal report for ICHH detailed four serious allegations made against the charity’s founder, Anthony Flynn.
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Sep 30th 2021, 11:00 PM
Dublin's homelessness authority wants ICHH to be wound up 'as soon as possible'
An internal report for ICHH detailed four serious allegations made against the charity’s founder, Anthony Flynn.
The Dublin Region Homeless Executive is "absolutely shocked" by reports of allegations relating to ICHH
The DRHE and the HSE have now arranged for a professional advice and support service
An internal report for ICHH detailed four serious allegations made against the charity's founder, Anthony Flynn
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Sep 28th 2021, 12:11 PM
Social Democrats TD has 'declined' offer to take up role as chair of ICHH board
The Dublin homeless charity has been embroiled in controversy in recent weeks.
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Sep 21st 2021, 10:20 PM
Council calls for independent review into Dublin homeless charity to be concluded and published
A spokesperson for the Charities Regulator said it is engaging with ICHH on the issues that have emerged.
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Sep 14th 2021, 6:30 AM
Regulator appoints inspectors to investigate BirdWatch Ireland
The charities regulator said a statutory investigation was warranted after a number of concerns were raised.
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Aug 26th 2021, 3:30 PM
Dublin homeless charity suspends employee as inquiry launched over 'serious matters'
The Charities Regulator has been contact in relation to the matter.
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Aug 12th 2021, 9:07 PM
Ex-charity chief spent ‘excessive and inappropriate’ amount on dining and travel
ChildFund Ireland, which received millions of euro from the State, was at the centre of a Charities Regulator probe.
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Jun 29th 2021, 7:11 AM
Opinion: Bogus clothes collecting denying legitimate charities access to much needed funds
Double check if in doubt when approached for clothing donations to ensure those in need benefit.
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Jun 19th 2021, 6:30 PM
100 ducklings rehomed by charity after short-lived social media trend
People earlier this month were urged not to buy ducklings being sold for as low as €5 each.
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May 26th 2021, 6:45 AM
Ex-Bothar CEO 'stole' money donated to charity over 21-year period, High Court hears
The matter will return before the court next month.
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May 14th 2021, 9:52 PM
Bill and Melinda Gates announce they are ending their marriage
The couple have been married for 27 years.
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May 4th 2021, 7:17 AM
Former Bóthar CEO admits misappropriation of charity funds
David Moloney resigned his post as the organisation’s CEO in February.
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Apr 27th 2021, 2:34 PM
Two in five Irish people have donated more than €100 to charities in the past year
Of those donating, 52% are donating to charity at least every two months.
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Apr 22nd 2021, 6:00 AM
Charity Bóthar claims ex-CEO misappropriated hundreds of thousands of euro worth of donations
The charity has secured a temporary High Court injunction freezing the assets of David Moloney.
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Apr 9th 2021, 7:23 AM
Rolex watch stored in safe at Department of Taoiseach despite requests to sell it for charity
The watch was gifted to Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl when he was visiting the United Arab Emirates in late 2018.
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Mar 9th 2021, 6:30 AM
Dogs Trust charity received 172 requests over Chrismas from people wanting to surrender their pet
In one instance, CCTV footage showed a dog being abandoned at a Dogs Trust rehoming centre.
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Mar 8th 2021, 10:43 PM
Donkey rescued after being found with 'deep' wound and tied up in south Dublin field
The donkey has been taken into the care of the My Lovely Horse Rescue charity.
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Feb 9th 2021, 2:25 PM
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