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 the exceptional volunteer-led sports clubs, community organisations, and groups that make an outstanding contribution to promoting sport, physical activity, and community well-being across Ireland. The award recognises excellence in inclusion, participation, leadership, innovation, and positive impact through sport.
To submit a nomination, visit: https://volunteersinsport.ie/make-a-nomination/
Hosted by the Federation of Irish Sport and supported by the Sport Ireland National Network of 29 Local Sports Partnerships, the awards honour the dedication, skills, and passion of individual volunteers from all 32 counties. This additional award shines a light on clubs and groups that operate entirely through volunteer effort and have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their members to help create participation, belonging and opportunity across diverse communities through sport.
Across Ireland, Clann Credo works with sports clubs and community groups of all sizes, helping them develop facilities and increase access to sport, particularly for young people and those who may face additional barriers to taking part.
“Clann Credo is proud to sponsor the Club/Community Sport Award as part of the Volunteers in Sport Awards. Every day we meet volunteers who are transforming their communities with energy and determination,” said Tony Marshall, Regional Manager at Clann Credo and a member of the adjudication panel. “This award recognises that commitment and celebrates the positive impact volunteers create right across the country.”
Mary O’Connor, CEO of the Federation of Irish Sport, added:
“We are delighted to have the support of Clann Credo for this new national honour championing the volunteer-led clubs that strengthen communities through sport and physical activity. This is a welcome addition to the 32 individual county recipients and marks an exciting expansion of the awards for 2025.”
A Celebration of Volunteerism in Irish Sport
Across Ireland, over 460,000 volunteers dedicate their time each week to ensure sport thrives in communities nationwide. More than 250,000 volunteer coaches contribute an estimated 1 million hours weekly, delivering vital opportunities for participation and inclusion. Their collective impact is valued at €1.5bn to the Irish economy, highlighting the immense contribution of volunteerism to society.
Nominations Open!
Nominations for the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards, including the new Sports Club/Community Sport Organisation Award sponsored by Clann Credo, are open until the 15th December 2025.
The Awards celebration will take place on 26th February 2026 at the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown, Dublin. To submit a nomination, visit: https://volunteersinsport.ie/make-a-nomination/