2017: What We Achieved Together
As we close another chapter of the HOPE story and begin the next we also reflect on what we achieved in 2017, with your continued support.
Maureen wins 2017 Asadharan Award
We are delighted to announce that our CEO Maureen Forrest was recently awarded the 2017 Asadharan Award, Honouring Unsung Heroes in Kolkata. The award was presented by the Honorable Governor of West Bengal.
Specsavers Team in Kolkata
Corporate giving at Christmas really makes a difference. The incredible story of Specsavers in Kolkata this year is a glowing testament to CSR in action and the engagement of such a wonderful group of people with communities who needed their health and expertise.
London Lunch kindly sponsored by Galliard Homes
We are delighted to announce that our London Lunch, kindly sponsored by Galliard Homes, will take place on February 8th in the magnificent surroundings of The Ned, one of the city’s most spectacular heritage hotels.
The event will be hosted by HOPE Ambassador Christopher Biggins. Special guest on the day will be Oscar winning actor and HOPE Patron, Jeremy Irons.
Santa Splash 2017
The annual Santa Splash for The Hope Foundation took place on Sunday 10th December on Garretstown Beach! Huge thanks to everyone who took part and thanks to Provision for the lovely photos. We’re shivering just looking at them!
Robbie Keane visits Ashirbad Boys Home
Legendary Irish footballer Robbie Keane was a very special visitor to Ashirbad Boys home in Kolkata recently. Robbie played soccer and signed jerseys for the boys, showing great compassion for the children who are helped by HOPE.
VERDE LED bring light in the darkness to the Sundarbans
We were delighted to have visited the village Ghoramara Island through our CSR partnership with VERDE LED who have a mission to improve the quality of life of the poorest families living in the Sundarbans region of India by providing free lighting to those in darkness.
Position Available for Fundraising Officer / Administrator – HOPE Dublin
POSITION: Fundraising Officer / Administrator for the HOPE Foundation
LOCATION: Dublin
START DATE: As soon as possible
REPORTING TO: Office Manager, HOPE Dublin
We are Triple Locked!
HOPE is a member of the Charities Institute Ireland (Cii), the body formed from the merger of ICTR and Fundraising Ireland in 2016. We are very proud to have been awarded “Triple Lock” status by the Cii, demonstrating our commitment to best practice in all aspects of transparent reporting, ethical fundraising and good governance. To find…
#WeAreListening Christmas Campaign Launch
This Christmas you can choose a different ending to a story destined to end with great sadness.
We are listening to our hearts, we are listening to children, we are listening to the most vulnerable in society, will you listen too?
Today we are really delighted to launch our #WeAreListening Christmas Campaign #HOHOHOPE.