Membership

Be part of Ireland’s largest network of charities, community and voluntary organisations, and social enterprises.

By joining The Wheel, you will become part of a movement of people and organisations who believe that by working together we can shape Ireland’s future.

We are an authoritative and trusted voice for the sector, and we are enthusiastically committed to transparency, accountability, and the highest standards of practice and governance. Together, we work to ensure that the sector is recognised and respected, adequately resourced and appropriately regulated.

With a host of strategic and practical services and supports at your disposal, you will be empowered to make the greatest impact you can for your beneficiaries and the communities you serve. The breadth of our training offering and the scale of our services makes us a valuable resource for small and larger organisations alike.

Read our Terms of Membership document here.

Types of Membership

• Full Membership is open to all independently governed and constituted community, voluntary or charitable organisations.
   
• Associate Membership is open to all other types of organisations including public sector, academic, commercial and nonprofit organisations.
   
• Individual Membership: Individuals who are interested in or working for the community and voluntary sector in Ireland but not affiliated with a particular organisation can join as Individual members.

Membership costs operate on a sliding scale depending on your turnover, starting from free for charities, community and voluntary organisations, and social enterprises with an annual income below €25,000. Annual Income Band is the total income received by your organisation in one year, including all sources of statutory and other funding, earned income, donations, etc.

Who can apply for Membership of The Wheel?

Any organisation or individual working, involved, or interested in the community and voluntary sector, in Ireland.