The Goal: Help First Fortnight in developing their fundraising strategies for the 2026 festival — an ongoing piece of work. Support their mission to challenge mental health stigma through arts and culture by securing sustainable funding and building strong, values-aligned partnerships.

    • Began working with the board and team to shape a long-term fundraising strategy

    • Identified opportunities for brand partnerships and values-aligned sponsorships

    • Initiated outreach to corporate partners to explore multi-year support models

    • Developed messaging and positioning to support fundraising communications

    • Supported internal alignment on goals, timelines, and fundraising priorities

    • Ongoing strategy development and partnership cultivation underway

    • More to come — exciting developments in the pipeline. Watch this space!

The Goal: Stamp Out Stigma around HIV in Ireland through education and awareness.

Who Was Involved: Led by the Government of Ireland with NGOs, healthcare organisations, media, and public figures like Sinéad O’Connor and Larry Mullen Jr.

  • • Launched TV and cinema ads featuring well-known Irish personalities sharing empathy-driven stories.

    • Partnered with media to promote responsible reporting and widespread anti-stigma messaging.

    • Delivered community workshops and events with NGOs to foster direct engagement.

  • • Increased public awareness of HIV stigma and myths around transmission.

    • Encouraged national conversations on discrimination, leading to more inclusive workplaces and healthcare.

    • Sparked long-term advocacy efforts to continue reducing stigma.

The Goal: Bridge the gap between A Playful City, the local community, and HubSpot, the sponsor, to transform Spencer Dock into a vibrant, inclusive space that brings people together.

    • Partnered with A Playful City to bridge the gap between community needs and HubSpot, the sponsor, ensuring shared goals were met.

    • Co-designed the iconic “Zig Zag” seating area to spark interaction and play.

    • Delivered standout events like the Spencer Dock Family Fun Festival and Culture Night, featuring live music, art, and workshops.

    • Engaged local voices through hands-on feedback sessions to shape every element of the project.

    • A buzzing Spencer Dock filled with energy, creativity, and connection.

    • Elevated community pride and participation.

    • A blueprint for corporate sponsorships driving meaningful, playful urban transformation.

The Goal: Support ALONE in increasing fundraising efforts to expand services for older people in Ireland.

    • Partnered with ALONE to develop targeted fundraising campaigns, amplifying their mission to key audiences.

    • Engaged corporate sponsors and community donors through tailored outreach strategies.

    • Organised impactful fundraising events that highlighted ALONE’s work and inspired giving.

    • Significant increase in funds raised, enabling ALONE to support more older adults to live independently.

    • Strengthened relationships with corporate sponsors and individual donors.

    • Enhanced visibility for ALONE’s mission, boosting long-term fundraising potential.

    Together, we made ageing at home a reality for thousands. Let’s create more opportunities for impact.