The Opportunity Irish Sport Hasn’t Tapped Yet
Following our member event online on “Unlocking US Philanthropy for Irish Sport” earlier this summer Hannah McLoughlin, Consultant – Funding at our Partners 2into3 gave her views on the topic 2into3 and Graham-Pelton, one of the US’s leading philanthropic consultancy...
FIS Continues Pre-Budget Submission Campaiging
Federation CEO Mary O'Connor met with Senator Linda Murray to provide a comprehensive briefing on the sports sector's budgetary asks for Budget 2027. The Federation's Pre-Budget Submission proposes a 10% annual funding increase. This increase targets Ireland's...
Commentary and Media Training Course 2026 With Duane Dell’Oca 1-Day Course
We are delighted to share with you the details of our Partner MWX Media's upcoming 1-Day Commentary and Media Training Course on Saturday 5th September at Irish Sport HQ with Sports Commentator and Media Specialist Duane Dell'Oca. Through commentary training they can...
Irish Judo Association Appoints Yvan Cebenka as Chief Executive Officer
The Irish Judo Association is delighted to announce the appointment of Yvan Cebenka as its new Chief Executive Officer Following a comprehensive and highly competitive recruitment process, which attracted many high-calibre applicants, Yvan was unanimously selected by...
Relive the Irish Sport Industry Awards!
Take a look back at our Irish Sport Industry Awards and relive the excitement, featuring insights on sport as a global soft power from key ministers and a celebration of innovators, inclusivity, and sustainability. The highlights video compiled by our AV and Media...
Ireland Wales Forum Spotlight on Sports Diplomacy and Global Ambitions
The Federation was privileged to attend a Sports Diplomacy panel discussion hosted by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee, as part of the annual Ireland Wales Forum, with special guest Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth, with closing remarks...
Why Sport Matters: Supporting the People and Performances that Inspire a Nation
Pictured above Fine Gael representatives with Olympians Daniel Wiffen, Gráinne Walsh, Paralympian Colin Judge and members of the FIS Team. Sport is at the heart of Ireland’s culture, communities, and national identity. As discussions begin ahead of Budget 2027, the...
Irish Sport Mourns The Loss of a Dedicated Leader
photo credit: irishrugby.ie The Federation of Irish Sport would like to extend it's deepest sympathies on the passing of Philip Browne, former Chief Executive of the IRFU. Philip's commitment to Irish Sport, the growth and development of Irish Rugby was immense and...
New Revenue Recognition Rules Under FRS 102: What Irish Sports Governing Bodies Need to Know for 31 December 2026
For many Irish sport’s governing bodies, membership fees, sponsorship income, competition entry fees, and education programmes form the backbone of annual revenue. However, from accounting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2026, the revised Section 23 of FRS 102...
June Webinar: “Unlocking US Philanthropy for Irish Sport”
Register Today! Following on from our 2026 Annual Leaders Forum panel discussion earlier this year on “Foundations as a Path to Structural Resilience”, together with our Partners 2into3 and FIS members Irish Sailing Association we will be exploring the topic of...
FIS Appoints New Chairperson and Board of Directors
At the Federations 2026 AGM, Clare McGrath concluded her term as Chairperson of the Federation of Irish Sport Board following six years of outstanding service. Clare’s leadership, commitment, and contribution to Irish sport have been greatly valued, and we are deeply...
2026 Irish Sport Industry Awards Celebrate Leadership, Partnershipand Purpose
Full List: 2026 Federation of Irish Sport Industry Award Winners Revealed Sport as Soft Power Takes Centre Stage at Federation of Irish Sport Industry Awards Federation of Irish Sport Honours Best-in-Class Championing Innovation, Inclusion and Sustainability The...
Archived News
Federation of Irish Sport Reveals 2025 Volunteers in Sport Honourees, Celebrating Exceptional Dedication and Community Service.
Federation of Irish Sport Reveals 2025 Volunteers in Sport Honourees, Celebrating Exceptional Dedication and Community Service. The Federation of Irish Sport is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards, supported by the Sport Ireland...
Federation of Irish Sport Names MWX Media as Official AV Media Partner
5th February 2026; The Federation of Irish Sport (FIS) is delighted to announce a new partnership with MWX Media, who have been appointed as the Federation’s official AV Media Partner. The partnership will provide Federation members with access to professional,...
Record €33.36m Core Funding and New Multi-Annual Model Deliver Long-Term Certainty for Sport
Federation CEO Mary O Connor was delighted to attend the announcement yesterday of record increases in core funding by Minister Patrick O' Donovan and Minister Charlie McConalogue from the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport. Minister Patrick O’Donovan and...
A Look Back at 2025
We would like to wish all our members a very Merry Christmas and continued Sport and Physical Activity for 2026! Please enjoy taking the time to have a look back at the work of the Federation on behalf of the sector during 2026. [video width="854" height="480"...
Federation of Irish Sport Unveils New Award Recognising Community Sporting Excellence supported by Clann Credo – Community Loan Finance
The Federation of Irish Sport is delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new award category for the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards – the Club/Community Sport Organisation Award, proudly sponsored by Clann Credo – Community Loan Finance. This new award celebrates...
Celebrate Your Club Heroes: Enter the Volunteers in Sport Awards for your Chance to Receive a €200 Donation for Your Club!
Sports clubs across Ireland are being invited to take part in the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards, supported by the National Network of Local Sports Partnerships, where each county’s award recipient will secure a €200 donation for their club. Nominate & Win: How...
Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown named Best Workplace of the Year at Fingal Business Awards
Congratulations to the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown on wining the Best Workplace Award at the Fingal Business Awards! Fingal business community comes together for 2025 Gala Awards Nearly 500 business leaders gathered at the Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport on Friday 14...
Clann Credo Named Specialist Lender of the Year at the FS Awards 2025
Clann Credo Named Specialist Lender of the Year at the FS Awards 2025 Congratulations to our Partners Clann Credo who recently celebrated recognition of their work in social finance. Clann Credo – Community Loan Finance has been recognised as Specialist Lender of the...
2into3 Partner Event: Being Grant Ready Nov 2025
The Federation was delighted to co-host a webinar for members with our Partners 2into3 on the practical steps members can take to make their CSFF grant applications more robust. Expert insights were shared by Patricia Keenan the Director of Funding Services at 2into3....
National Development Plan Review 2025: Culture, Communications & Sport
From: Department of Culture, Communications and Sport Published on: 19 November 2025 Last updated on: 19 November 2025 The Department of Culture, Communications and Sport has today published its Sectoral Plan under the National Development Plan (NDP) Review...