What does Charities Institute do?

Charities Institute Ireland (Cii) is the representative body for Ireland's leading fundraising charities, established in 2016. It promotes transparency, best practices in governance, fundraising, and financial standards, aiming to empower the charity sector for greater societal impact. Cii represents 280 members, employing 25,000 people and accounting for 40% of public funding in Ireland's charity and voluntary sector. Cii offers various services to support its members, including workshops on tax relief schemes and guidance on fraud prevention. It promotes the Triple Lock quality mark, a symbol of best practice in governance and fundraising. Cii also advocates for regulatory reform and sustainable fundraising management, enhancing the overall impact of charities in Ireland. The organization is led by CEO Áine Myler, who has a strong background in business leadership.