Housing Support
Housing Support Ukraine Kerry
We are those whose doors are always open to help in the housing and construction crisis at the expense of the mental resources that we have, namely an active professional team of volunteers who volunteer in the organization for no more than 5 hours on Sunday.
Project Support
Supporting Foun Organization
Soccer Development
From 7 to 10 year old kids
On Sunday, June 15, 2025, a deeply moving and heartwarming Last Bell celebration took place at the John Paul II Pastoral Centre for the students of the Ukrainian Sunday School in Killarney, organized by FOUN Kerry.
It was a day when hearts beat in unison. Smiling children, heartfelt words of gratitude, certificate presentations, gifts, warm hugs, and a little children’s party made this day truly unforgettable.
Each child received a certificate recognizing their personal achievements — because every student who chose to come to school on Sundays instead of taking a day off has already made a powerful choice in favor of knowledge, language, culture, and the future.
And that choice deserves the highest respect 
.
Special recognition was given to the most diligent students, including a young girl who made the greatest progress in learning the Ukrainian language and literature.
The celebration brought everyone together: parents, children, teachers, volunteers, and friends of the school.
Natalia Eismont, the founder of the Ukrainian charity Sunday school in Killarney, addressed the guests with a heartfelt speech, expressing gratitude to the community for their support — and especially to the parents who care deeply, who bring their children to school, who invest in their values and believe in the power of education and native language, even far from home.
Because within every lesson, every word, every song — our identity lives on.
And we preserve it together, in the circle of those who remember who we are.
With love for Ukraine, faith in our children, and dignity in our hearts — forward to new accomplishments!
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Останній дзвоник у Кілларні – свято сердець, мрій та ідентичності
У неділю, 15 червня 2025 року, в John Paul II Pastoral Centre відбулося щемливо зворушливе й по-родинному тепле свято Останнього дзвоника для учнів української недільної школи в Кілларні, організованої FOUN Kerry.
Це був день, коли серця билися в унісон. Усмішки дітей, щирі слова вдячності, вручення сертифікатів 
, подарунки, теплі обійми та невеличка дитяча вечірка зробили цей день по-справжньому незабутнім. Кожна дитина отримала сертифікат із визнанням її особистих успіхів — бо кожен учень, що замість вихідного приходив у неділю в школу, уже зробив вибір на користь знань, мови, культури та майбутнього. І цей вибір вартий найвищої поваги .
Окремо були відзначені найстаранніші учні, зокрема учениця, яка зробила найбільший прорив у вивченні української мови та літератури.
Свято об’єднало всіх: батьків, дітей, вчителів, волонтерів і друзів школи. Наталя Ейсмонт, засновниця благодійної української недільної школи в Кілларні, звернулася до присутніх із щирою промовою, подякувавши громаді за підтримку, а особливо — батькам, яким не байдуже, які ведуть дітей у школу, вкладають у них цінності, вірять у силу освіти та рідної мови навіть далеко від дому.
Бо в кожному уроці, в кожному слові й пісні — живе наша ідентичність. І ми зберігаємо її разом, у колі тих, хто пам’ятає, ким ми є.
З любов’ю до України, вірою в дітей та гідністю в серці — вперед до нових звершень!
#LastBell #Killarney #UkrainianSchool #FOUN #Ireland #ChildrenOfUkraine #Identity #LanguageCultureSoul
Dear children and parents of our football pitch! Warmest congratulations on our anniversary!
An initiative that we were discouraged from starting, that many didn’t believe in, and that some said could never gather enough children in Killarney — today celebrates its first year! This year has been a real breakthrough in the development of our children and their football skills.
A heartfelt thank-you to our coach, Sergii Oleksiyovych, who carries the core of the work in developing our young athletes! Without your dedication, belief, and tireless effort, none of this would have been possible. In this image, we see two halves of the same story: a boy with a football and professional footballer Oleksandr Zinchenko. Between them are not just years — but bridges built of effort, support, and belief. What makes the difference between a little boy and a champion?
• The support of parents who believed first — before stadiums or fame.
• Self-belief that endured defeats, injuries, and doubts.
• Daily hard work — when others were resting.
• A peaceful and safe environment to grow, train, and play.
• Opportunities — tryouts, tournaments, and travel.
• A coach who saw potential and helped to unlock it.
• A team of like-minded peers who pulled each other forward.
• A country that supports sport — with infrastructure, programs, and motivation. This is not just the story of one boy. It is a story that becomes possible only when the whole environment works together for the development of a child.
“Future of the Ukrainian Nation” – Finalists of the Irish Red Cross Corporate Impact Award 2025!
We are thrilled and immensely proud to share that our organization, “Future of the Ukrainian Nation,” has been selected as a finalist for the Irish Red Cross Corporate Impact Award 2025! Being listed alongside globally recognized companies such as Revolut, Aldi, Nestlé Ireland, Aviva is not just a great honor but a powerful reminder that good deeds truly matter. However, for us, this recognition is so much more than an award. It represents the journey we walk every single day — a path filled with pain, hope, determination, and faith. We are the ones who arrived in Ireland seeking refuge from war, leaving behind our homes, jobs, language, and familiar systems. In this new country with its new rules, we made the choice not just to survive, but to live with dignity, consciously integrate into society, and dedicate ourselves to serving others every day. This recognition is: • For the volunteers who pour their hearts and time into our mission; • For our partners who trust, support, and inspire us — especially SKDP and SICAP, whose consistent collaboration empowers us to do more and reach further; • For everyone who believes in us, even when times are tough. This nomination belongs to all of us. It’s about the collective effort of every individual who contributes to the mission of “Future of the Ukrainian Nation.” We extend our deepest gratitude to Irish Red Cross for providing us with this extraordinary opportunity and for recognizing our hard work. A special thank you to everyone who walks this path with us — together, we have already changed many lives, and this is only the beginning. Our work continues to make a significant impact on the development of the region. We alleviate the pressure on social services, contribute to the improvement of education, culture, sports, and children’s mental health. We support the integration of migrants and help build a more inclusive, compassionate, and resilient society. Thank you for believing in us, for being part of this journey, and for making a difference. #GoodDeedsMatter #CorporateImpactAward #HumanitarianAwards2025 #FutureOfUkrainianNation #IrishRedCross #HumanityMatters #IntegrationWithDignity #TogetherWeRise #SocialImpact #Ireland
FOUN KERRY is looking for energetic and motivated individuals to collaborate on a volunteer basis.
If you want to contribute to the development of the Ukrainian community in Kerry, gain work experience in Ireland, and make new connections, join us!
VACANCIES
SMM Manager (Remote)
Responsibilities:
Managing the organization’s social media pages;
Developing a content plan and creating creative content;
Collaborating with the marketing department.
Requirements:
Preferably experience in SMM;
Skills in working with content and social media;
Creativity, literacy, and responsibility.
Designer (Remote)
Responsibilities:
Creating visual content for social media, printed materials, etc.
Requirements:
Preferably experience in graphic design;
Proficiency with tools for creating visual content;
Creative thinking and attention to detail.
HR Manager (Remote)
Responsibilities:
Recruiting and selecting volunteers;
Communicating with new team members;
Maintaining HR documentation.
Requirements:
Experience in the HR field;
Ability to work with people and organize processes.
Office Administrator (Killarney)
Responsibilities:
Organizing office work;
Maintaining documentation;
Coordinating internal processes.
Requirements:
Organizational skills, responsibility;
Experience in administrative work.
Football Coach (Killarney)
Responsibilities:
Conducting training sessions for children;
Organizing sports events.
Requirements:
Experience as a coach;
Passion for sports and teaching skills.
Teachers for Ukrainian School (Killarney) – music, math, history, English, physical education, creative sciences
Responsibilities:
Teaching the subject to Ukrainian children.
Requirements:
Experience in education;
Communication skills and ability to work with children.
Psychologist (Online/Offline)
Responsibilities:
Conducting individual and group counseling sessions;
Providing psychological support to Ukrainians in Kerry.
Requirements:
Higher education in psychology;
Experience working in the field of psychology.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US
☆ Opportunity to implement your ideas;
☆ Work in a friendly, united, and inspired team;
☆ Contribution to the development of the Ukrainian community in Kerry;
☆ Support in integration into society;
☆ A chance to gain relevant work experience in Ireland and expand your network.
The "Foun Kerry" team is currently preparing for the charity shop at New Market and will still take part in the Parades in Ireland and will be at the New Parade in Killarney.
If you are considering to volunteer we would appreciate it deeply and you get a chance to help your fellow Ukrainian people.
If you are talented and want to present at the fair, send us your photo to info@foun.ie
https://killarneyadvertiser.ie/news/christmas-markets-a-new-addition-to-festival/
On Thursday afternoon, a significant boost for housing in Killarney was confirmed with the announcement that the upcoming Cronin's Wood development, which has secured planning approval, will be dedicated entirely to meeting social housing needs.
The Department has given the go-ahead for the project, which will consist of 249 homes, to be constructed by Cooperative Housing Ireland. With planning permission in place, the development will roll out in stages between 2025 and 2027.
The 249 homes will include:
38 one-bedroom units
86 two-bedroom units
117 three-bedroom units
6 four-bedroom units
2 five-bedroom units
All the homes within this project will contribute to the social housing program, with tenants being assigned from the Kerry County Council's approved housing applicants list.
Cllr Niall Kelleher expressed his support for the initiative, acknowledging its role in addressing Killarney’s housing waiting list. However, he also suggested that a portion of the houses be made available for an affordable housing scheme, as the middle-income group faces challenges both with securing mortgages and not qualifying for social housing.
Cllr Marie Moloney echoed this positive sentiment, calling it a beneficial addition to the town's social housing efforts, alongside the approval of a minor injuries clinic. Deputy Danny Healy-Rae also highlighted the project's importance, noting that it will play a vital role in providing housing for approved applicants on Kerry County Council's list.
Cronin’s Wood is situated on Killarney’s eastern side, near the road from Daly’s Roundabout leading to Spa.
Source: September 19, 2024 by John O’Mahony from Killarney Today Magazine
A new development of 67 apartments has been given the green light for Killarney by the Department of Housing and Local Government, it was confirmed this week.
The project, led by Focus Housing Association in partnership with Kerry County Council, will be situated on a vacant site near the entrance to the Woodlands Industrial Estate, just off the Killarney bypass, close to the National Car Test Centre turn-off.
The development will feature 31 one-bedroom apartments and 36 two-bedroom units.
Kerry County Council has reiterated its commitment to supporting approved housing bodies and is already collaborating closely with them to deliver social housing across the county.
The greatest housing demand in Killarney is for one and two-bedroom units, which have the longest waiting lists.
Focus Housing Association is an award-winning, independent, not-for-profit organisation that provides affordable rental housing.
Source: September 14, 2024 by John O'Mahony from Killarney Today Magazine
The Creators of the new series about "Harry Potter" are looking for children aged 9-11 years from Britain or Ireland to play the main roles.
On the official page of the Potter films, an announcement appeared about the searchfor actors for a new series.
The Creators of the series are restarting the universe and are looking for children who will be bewteen 9 and 11 years old in April 2025 for the main roles. The main condition is that the child must live the UK or Ireland.
Apart from the age and place of residence, there is no restrictions on actors.
"We strive for inclusive, diverse casting. For each role, submit questionaires regardless of ethnic origin, disability, race, or any other characteristics that are protected by law." - it is said in the casting announcement.
Production on the Harry Potter series is scheduled to begin in April 2025. It is planned that each season will cover the plot of one of the books. The series is scheduled to be shown on TV screens in 2026.
Submit a questionaire
https://app.castittalent.com/HPCasting
Deadline: 31/10/2024
Share with your friends and good luck.
Sunday Ukrainian Language School
Kerry Ukrainian School On Sunday
Results
What our charity have achieved
Venue: Killarney
Date: 10/14/2023
Venue: Killarney
Date: 10/31/2023
Venue: Killarney
Date: 25/12/2023
Venue: Killarney
Date: 25/12/2023
Volunteers
Volunteering gives you the opportunity to try yourself in different professional roles, gives you a feeling of involvement in a great cause, gives you self-confidence and introduces you to many new, interesting, giving people. If you would like to be part of our team, please email us info@foun.ie
A special thank you to our partners South Kerry Development, Kerry County Council, and Tus Kerry.
