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We are an independent registered charity, advancing UL’s goals and objectives since 1989, channelling over €200 million of funding into UL’s infrastructure and academic programmes.
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Four remarkable graduates. Four very different paths. One shared UL connection.
More than 250 guests gathered at the Castletroy Park Hotel on 25 September for the 2026 UL Alumni Awards to celebrate…
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Fidelis Partnership and Brindle Foundation Celebrate Growing Scholarship Programme at UL
UL Foundation recently welcomed representatives from The Fidelis Partnership and Brindle Foundation teams in Dublin and London to University of Limerick…
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Giving: Stepping Stones Scholarships
Irish World Academy Artist Series 2026
We were delighted to welcome Bill Whelan, one of Ireland’s most celebrated composers, to the University of Limerick for a truly special evening of music, stories and inspiration. This video captures some of the highlights from a memorable event that also raised vital support for the Academy Stepping Stones Scholarships.
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Our Impact in 2026
One of our exciting recent projects has been UL’s new Immersive Software Engineering Programme. Donors have already pledged more than €10 million and we are still adding to our ISE supporter base.
From the most exciting start-ups in Ireland to the world’s most successful tech companies, UL Foundation has built a fabulous coalition to support the Immersive Software Engineering
John Collinson
Co-founder and President
€5.5m
new commitments secured
€2.95m
in grants made
166
Scholarships & Bursaries Gifted
44
Partner Organisations
Thanks to the support of our Donors, Foundation Board, UL President and Academics
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