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We are people helping people. Together Building Financial Inclusion.

As the international development arm of the Irish credit union movement, we support credit union development in low-income developing countries, providing financial and technical support to local partners. The Foundation shares the Irish credit union experience to help develop and strengthen credit union movements in Ethiopia, Sierra Leone and The Gambia. Our work is only possible thanks to annual

donations from credit unions across the island of Ireland, individual donations, corporate supporters and external donors.

29/05/2026

We are delighted to announce a new three-year Corporate Partnership with Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland. The partnership will support our work in Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Tanzania, helping expand access to financial services.

The Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Credit Union team works with over 140 credit unions, assisting them with access to in-depth financial and investment resources available within the global Cantor Fitzgerald group. To read more about the partnership, please go to - https://www.ilcufoundation.ie/2026/05/25/the-foundation-and-cantor-fitzgerald-irealand-announce-three-year-partnership/

If your organisation would like more information about how you could support or partner with the Foundation, please get in touch with us.

27/05/2026

Thank you to CCU Credit Union for their continued support and for donating to our work. With your support, the Foundation can continue to focus on supporting the education and training of staff and volunteers in credit unions and apex organisations to strengthen operations and governance within their credit union movements and to ensure the provision of much-needed access to affordable and ethical financial services.

We are hugely grateful to those who continue to support the Foundation and our work to build financial inclusion for all.

Please click here www.ilcufoundation.ie/credit-unions/ if your credit union would like to donate to our work.

25/05/2026

The Foundation had a fantastic two days in the RDS Dublin at the Irish League of Credit Unions Conference and AGM. It was a great chance to reconnect with everyone, discuss our work, and most importantly, thank Irish credit unions for their continued support. We even had a great opportunity to meet and share about our work with former World Boxing Champion Barry McGuigan!

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand over the two days. It was fantastic to see so many of you in Dublin!

20/05/2026

Credit unions are all about "People helping people". We are hugely grateful to those who continue to support the Foundation and our work to build financial inclusion for all.

Thank you to Larne Credit Union for continuing to support our work this year.

With the Irish Credit Union's support, the Foundation can continue to focus on the education and training of staff and volunteers in credit unions and apex organisations, enhancing strong operations and governance within their credit union movements and ensuring much-needed access to affordable and ethical financial services.

Please click here www.ilcufoundation.ie/credit-unions/ if your credit union wants to donate to our work.

19/05/2026

We are excited to attend the upcoming ILCU Conference & AGM in Dublin.

Please do stop by Stand 14 to say hello or get more information about the Foundation. We look forward to seeing you at the ILCU Conference &AGM 2026!

📅 Friday 22nd May | 📍 Stand 14, RDS Dublin

15/05/2026

In Ethiopia, the Babile Woreda Cooperative Section and Burqa Gudina SACCO Union (Savings and Credit Cooperatives) delivered a capacity-building training for Uriji Jalala RuSACCO leaders in Babile Woreda. The training brought together 22 participants, including 15 women, reflecting the project's strong focus on women's leadership and economic empowerment.

Uriji Jalala RuSACCO (Rural Savings and Credit Cooperatives) is a rural savings and credit cooperative working to expand access to affordable, interest-free financial services for its members, particularly women engaged in livestock trade, small businesses, agriculture, and farm product marketing.

The training focused on strengthening SACCO governance, savings and credit management, financial product rollout, loan appraisal and approval processes. The overall objective was to prepare Uriji Jalala RuSACCO for the rollout of new women-friendly financial products under the Achieved Women's Finance and Economic Empowerment project. This initiative marks an important step toward strengthening women-led cooperative finance and promoting inclusive economic empowerment in rural Ethiopia.

13/05/2026

The Foundation, alongside the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), with support from the African Confederation Of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations(ACCOSCA), and funding from the Climate Finance Fund, hosted by the European Climate Foundation have worked on a new initiative that is helping Kenyan SACCOs launch climate-focused savings products designed specifically for diaspora members.

The initiative was implemented between July 2025 and April 2026, with the Foundation serving as lead partner and WOCCU leading technical design and implementation.

More than 3 million Kenyans living abroad send billions of dollars home each year. These funds play a critical role in supporting families and local economies; they have historically lacked dedicated pathways for investment in climate mitigation and resilience. This pilot addresses that gap by enabling diaspora members to channel their savings directly into climate-related projects in their home communities.

“This initiative reflects the very best of what the global credit union movement stands for—people helping people. With the support of Irish credit unions, the ILCU Foundation is proud to help connect diaspora communities with meaningful climate action at home, turning everyday savings into a force for resilience, sustainability and shared prosperity.” Alan Moore, ILCU Foundation.

To read more about the initiative, please click on the link here - https://www.ilcufoundation.ie/2026/05/11/diaspora-savings-drive-new-climate-investment-model-in-kenya-through-credit-unions/

11/05/2026

Are you still thinking about joining the International Development Foundation as we take on the Great Ethiopian Run 2026? There's still time to get your application in! 🏃🚶‍♀️

The Foundation will be taking a team of 10-15 people from the Irish Credit Union movement* to take part in the Great Ethiopian Run in November 2026. It's a fantastic opportunity to take on a great challenge, see some of our work in Ethiopia and fundraise for the Foundation.

The Great Ethiopian Run traditionally attracts runners and walkers from across Africa and around the globe. Competitors of all ages and fitness levels participate in the event as it winds its way through the city of Addis Ababa.

If you are interested in joining the team, scan the QR Code or click here https://bit.ly/GER2026ApplicationPack to begin the application process. If you have any questions about the process, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Closing date is Friday, 15 May.

*Please note this is open to both staff and volunteers.

08/05/2026

On their third day in Ireland, the Moldovan delegation had the opportunity to travel to visit credit unions. The first stop was Ardee Credit Union to meet with Niall Lambert, CEO, and Mags O'Keefe, who shared the credit union's history, current operations and its community engagement work. Whilst in Ardee, the group also had the opportunity to meet with Therese Conway and Niamh Kieran from Collaborative Finance CLG to hear more about Cultivate.

In the afternoon, the delegation travelled to Castleblayney Credit Union, where Patrick Conlan, CEO and team, met with the group and shared information about Castleblayney Credit Union. There were insightful discussions, and it was interesting to hear about the shared experiences and knowledge between the two credit union movements.

Speaking about their time meeting with the credit unions, Efim Lupanciuc, Executive Director of CNASCA, said, "We want to take forward what we have learned in Ireland in the last few days. We have been encouraged to meet with the credit unions and hear them speak of their dedication to cooperation and to their communities, and how they support them. We look forward to continuing to learn more and sharing our learnings in Moldova."

Many thanks to both Ardee Credit Union and Castleblayney Credit Union for hosting the groups. The discussions were very engaging, and the delegation really appreciated your time, sharing your knowledge and the warm welcome. Thanks also to Therese and Niamh for an informative presentation on Cultivate.

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Tuesday	9am - 4:45pm
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