News Diary Notice: Charity Impact Awards Ceremony, 8 December, 4.30pm-6pm
What: Ireland’s top charities and community groups gather for the annual Charity Impact Awards ceremony. Presented by The Wheel, the national association of charities, the awards celebrate the positive contribution of Ireland’s charities, community and voluntary organisations and social enterprises. The awards also promote best practice, accountability and transparency by highlighting the stories of organisations and individuals who have made a positive impact in their communities during a particularly challenging year.
When: Tuesday, 8 December, 4.30pm-6pm
Where: Online (contact us for media access)
Who: 26 charities and volunteers have been nominated for six awards, including Ireland’s Community Hero Award, a lifetime achievement for a volunteer who has dedicated their life to a cause. This year’s winner has supported and comforted the victims of crime and their families in court for over 30 years.
The ceremony will include inputs from a host of Irish personalities, including
- An Emmy and Bafta award-winning star of the small and big screen
- Ireland’s most beloved singer
- A legendary Irish athlete
- A famous radio and TV presenter
- A comedian
- A TV sports presenter
- Two trailblazing female politicians
Why: This year has been an extremely challenging year for charities who have been on the frontline during the pandemic supporting people in their communities. The income of the sector has been severely hit. In a recent survey, 82% of charities said they are not sure if they will have enough funds to fund their services next year. The Wheel is projecting that the sector’s income will be down by over €400 million this year.
CONTACT: Interviews available. Media welcome to attend the online ceremony. Contact Gert Ackermann on 086 1769287 or gert@wheel.ie
The Wheel is Ireland’s national association of community and voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises. We are a representative voice and a supportive resource that offers advice, training, influence and advocacy for the sector. With around 1,800 members, we are the largest representative body for the sector. Visit
www.wheel.ie for more information.
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