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...
VACANCY: Athlete Support Executive
Job Purpose The Federation of Irish Sport (FIS) is recruiting for an Athlete Support Executive, to support our growing athlete support service, working across Ireland’s High Performance System throughout the current Olympic/Paralympic cycle. The post of Athlete...
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...
Celebrating Excellence in Irish Sport: Finalists Unveiled for the 2026 Irish Sport Industry Awards
The Federation of Irish Sport is thrilled to announce the shortlist of finalists for the much-anticipated 2026 Irish Sport Industry Awards. Set to take place on Tuesday, 19th May at the prestigious College Green Hotel in Dublin, this event promises to be an exciting...
Record investment of €28.5m in high performance sport announced for 2026
Investment follows a record number of 127 major medals won in 2025 Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan, and Minister of State with responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy, Charlie McConalogue, today announced €28.5m annual investment...
Sport Industry Webinar: Managing Data Subject Access Requests and Minimising Risk
The Federation is pleased to present members with expert insights with a lunch n learn session hosted by our official legal partners Ogier. This event will be of relevance to member CEO's, COO's, Coordinators and Senior Management. The theme of the event is: Managing...
Archived News
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...
Ireland Women’s International Footballer, Amber Barrett Kicks Off the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards with the Federation of Irish Sport
Media Release Ireland Women’s International Footballer, Amber Barrett Kicks Off the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards with the Federation of Irish Sport Supported by the...
Federation of Irish Sport Welcomes Positive Commitments to Sport in Budget 2026
Press Release For Immediate Release 8 October 2025 Federation of Irish Sport Welcomes Positive Commitments to Sport in Budget 2026 The Federation of Irish Sport has welcomed the commitments announced in Budget 2026 towards the ongoing development of sport and...
FIS Pre-Budget Submission: Sector Calls for Sustainable Investment to Secure the Future of Irish Sport
The Federation of Irish Sport is calling for: A 10% Compound Annual Increase in Core Funding Over Next 3 Years Commitment To Research and Report on the Impact of an Additional 1% Betting Levy for Sport The Federation of Irish Sport, the voice of Irish sport today...