Where Your Donation Goes

Every dollar you give goes directly to programs that empower children through education, recreation, and community support.

100% of your donation goes directly to these programs. No overhead. No salaries. Just hope for children who need it most.

Programs That Change Lives

We focus on education and supporting children with special needs in Ireland and Boston. Our programs also support youth athletics and community initiatives wherever children need help most.

Education Support

Education is the key to overcoming hardship. We provide tutoring, school supplies, and educational resources to help children succeed academically. Our partnerships ensure children have the tools they need to learn and grow.

  • School supplies and materials
  • Pre-school program support
  • Educational equipment donations
  • Learning resource access

Special Needs Programs

We're committed to supporting children with special needs in Ireland and Boston. Through partnerships with special needs preschools and support services, we help ensure every child has access to the care and resources they deserve.

  • Special needs preschool support
  • Therapeutic resources
  • Inclusive program funding
  • Family support services

Youth Athletics

Sports build character, discipline, and community. We support youth athletics programs including boxing and running clubs in Southill, providing equipment, facilities support, and opportunities for young athletes to thrive.

  • Boxing club support
  • Running club programs
  • Sports equipment and uniforms
  • Athletic facility funding

Community Programs

Our community programs bring families together through events, cultural exchanges, and support services. We work directly with communities in Ireland and Boston to address the specific needs of children and families.

  • Summer programs
  • Community events
  • Cultural exchange programs
  • Direct family assistance

Our Impact

Since 1985, we've been making a difference in children's lives through dedication and complete transparency.

300+Children Served Through Exchange Programs
40Years of Continuous Service
100%Funds Go Directly to Programs
$0Administrative Overhead
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See the Impact of Your Gift

Because we're 100% volunteer-run with zero overhead costs, every dollar you donate goes directly to children. Here's what your generosity can accomplish:

$25Provides school supplies for a child for one month
$50Funds one week of summer program activities
$100Sponsors educational materials for a classroom
$250Supports a child for an entire program season
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Children participating in Southill Children's Fund programs
Billy Higgins with children from exchange program

The Exchange Program That Started It All

Between 1986 and 1990, our founder Billy Higgins organized transformative exchange programs that brought approximately 300 children from Southill, Ireland to Boston. These three-week visits included stays with host families and educational visits to Boston University.

The program helped young people from disadvantaged backgrounds recognize opportunities beyond their immediate circumstances, creating lifelong connections between Irish and Boston communities.

Today, we continue this legacy by focusing on education and supporting children with special needs in Ireland and Boston. In Southill, we help boxing and running clubs, and we're always looking to broaden our reach to help children wherever the need is greatest.

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Your donation—no matter the size—goes 100% to programs that help children build brighter futures. No overhead, no administrative fees.