activities · 25
what they do
direct service · 25
- Deliver emigration support services Immigrant Resettlement Support ServicesProvides practical support to Irish emigrants and others in Arizona through its Emigration Support Program (ESP), including bereavement resources, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance.
- Delivers educational programming through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies Genealogy Research Support & EducationOffers structured learning opportunities in Irish language, Irish literature, family history, and Celtic art history/archaeology through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies and affiliated groups like The Celt Raven Society.
- Delivers educational programs through ICC Academy of Celtic Studies Genealogy Research Support & EducationOffers structured learning programs in Irish language, Irish literature, family history, and Celtic art history/archaeology through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies and affiliated groups like The Celt Raven Society.
- Feature Irish artists and craftspeopleHosts and highlights Irish artists and craftspeople, such as Lynn Mascarelli, who has served as a docent, Celtic Crafter, and featured artist.
- Features local Irish artists and docentsHighlights contributions from local Irish cultural practitioners, such as hosting Lynn Mascarelli as a docent and featured artist.
- Features local Irish artists and docentsHighlights contributions of local Irish cultural practitioners, such as hosting Lynn Mascarelli as a docent and featured artist.
- Host Irish dance and martial arts groups Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingProvides space and support for community groups including the Phoenix Irish Step Dancers, who meet weekly, and the Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club, which practices weekly in the ICLF great hall.
- Host annual Irish cultural events Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts recurring cultural events such as "Christmas at the Castle" and an annual Afternoon Tea inspired by Irish traditions, which have become established community traditions at the Irish Cultural Center.
- Host traditional Ceili dances Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts Ceili dances as part of its programming to promote Irish cultural traditions.
- Hosts annual cultural events Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts signature annual events such as "Christmas at the Castle" and an Afternoon Tea event inspired by Irish traditions, which have become established traditions in the local Irish community.
- Hosts annual cultural events Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes and hosts recurring cultural events such as "Christmas at the Castle" and an annual Afternoon Tea inspired by Irish traditions, which have become established traditions in the local Irish community.
- Hosts lectures and book discussion groups Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes public lectures, such as one by Dr. Patrick Browne in 2017, and facilitates a book discussion group in Phoenix focused on Irish culture and literature.
- Hosts lectures and book discussions on Irish culture Community Festival & Event OrganizationOrganizes public lectures, such as one by Dr. Patrick Browne in 2017, and facilitates a book discussion group in Phoenix focused on Irish culture and literature.
- Hosts regular community groups and clubs Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingProvides space and support for recurring community activities including the Phoenix Irish Step Dancers (every Wednesday night), the Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club (every Sunday at 6:00 PM), and Ceili dances.
- Offer educational programs in Celtic studies Genealogy Research Support & EducationProvides structured learning opportunities through the ICC Academy of Celtic Studies and supports the Celt Raven Society, an affiliate group focused on Celtic art history and archaeology.
- Offers Emigration Support Program (ESP) Immigrant Resettlement Support ServicesProvides support services for emigrants including bereavement resources, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance through the Emigration Support Program.
- Offers emigration support services Immigrant Resettlement Support ServicesProvides practical support to Irish emigrants in Arizona through its Emigration Support Program (ESP), including bereavement resources, a "Welcome to AZ" guide, and citizenship assistance.
- Operate the McClelland Library Community Festival & Event OrganizationManages and maintains the McClelland Library, which opened in October 2012 as part of the Irish Cultural Center.
- Operates the McClelland Library Community Festival & Event OrganizationOpened and maintains the McClelland Library at the Irish Cultural Center in October 2012 as a resource for visitors and community members.
- Operates the McClelland Library Community Festival & Event OrganizationManages and maintains the McClelland Library, which opened in October 2012 as part of the Irish Cultural Center.
- Provide traditional afternoon tea service Cultural Heritage Events with Food and PerformanceOffers guests a traditional afternoon tea experience with tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweets as part of its cultural programming.
- Provides traditional afternoon tea service Cultural Heritage Events with Food and PerformanceOffers guests a traditional afternoon tea experience with tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweets as part of its cultural programming.
- Provides traditional afternoon tea service Cultural Heritage Events with Food and PerformanceOffers guests a traditional afternoon tea experience with tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweets during hosted events.
- Support family history research Genealogy Research Support & EducationOffers programs and resources to help individuals explore their Irish family history.
- Teach Irish language and literature Genealogy Research Support & EducationOffers programs for learning the Irish language and exploring Irish literature as part of its cultural education mission.
strategies · 21
how they think
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- Community Recognition to Celebrate Heritage and Resilience community_recognition_and_celebrationRecognizes an "Irish Woman of the Year" at its Women's Conference to honor St. Brigid and celebrate Irish women's heritage, hope, and resilience, reinforcing cultural identity and role models.
- Community Support and Networking for Immigrants community_support_and_networkingProvides a structured support group and networking system specifically for Irish immigrants to foster belonging and mutual aid within the region.
- Community Support and Networking for Immigrants community_support_and_networkingThe organization provides a support group and networking system specifically for Irish immigrants in the region, fostering a sense of community and aiding integration.
- Community building through heritage-based programming and recognition cultural_preservation_and_community_engagementFosters community engagement and identity by organizing annual events like the Women’s Conference rooted in Irish heritage and recognizing contributions through honors such as “Irish Woman of the Year.”
- Cultural Immersion Through Traditional Setting cultural_immersion_through_traditional_settingCreates an immersive experience using traditional Irish table settings and sensory elements to evoke Irish hospitality and deepen cultural connection.
- Cultural Immersion through Traditional Settings cultural_immersion_through_traditional_settingThe organization creates an immersive experience by using traditional table settings and sensory elements to evoke Irish hospitality, aiming to bring Irish heritage to life.
- Cultural Outpost Model cultural_outpost_modelThe organization promotes Irish culture in Arizona and beyond by utilizing both a physical center and an online blog as cultural outposts, extending its reach and accessibility.
- Cultural Preservation Through Annual Women's Conference cultural_preservation_and_community_engagementOrganizes an annual Women's Conference rooted in Irish heritage and inspired by St. Brigid, focusing on connection, reflection, and revitalization as a mechanism for cultural preservation and community engagement.
- Cultural Preservation and Community Engagement cultural_preservation_and_community_engagementThe organization organizes an annual Women's Conference rooted in Irish heritage and inspired by St. Brigid, focusing on connection, reflection, and revitalization, and recognizes an "Irish Woman of the Year" to honor and celebrate Irish women's heritage, hope, and resilience.
- Cultural immersion through traditional sensory experiences cultural_immersion_through_traditional_settingCreates immersive cultural experiences by using traditional Irish table settings and sensory elements to evoke authentic Irish hospitality and deepen participant connection to Irish heritage.
- Cultural outpost model for regional and digital reach cultural_outpost_modelExtends Irish cultural presence in Arizona and beyond by operating both a physical center and an online blog as interconnected cultural outposts.
- Integrated Library Design for Holistic Access integrated_library_designDesigned the McClelland Library to integrate program services, collections, and functional areas into a single special library to support unified access to cultural and educational resources.
- Integrated cultural education through multidisciplinary approaches multidisciplinary_cultural_educationTeaches and shares Irish culture using a multidisciplinary framework that includes archaeology, history, religion, literature, and the arts to provide comprehensive cultural understanding.
- Integrated library as cultural and program hub integrated library designDesigns the McClelland Library as a unified special library that integrates collections, program services, and functional areas to serve as a central node for cultural and educational activities.
- Multidisciplinary Cultural Education multidisciplinary_cultural_educationThe organization explores and shares Irish culture through multidisciplinary approaches, including archaeology, history, religion, literature, and the arts, to provide a comprehensive understanding.
- Personalized Hosting with Themed Presentations personalized_hosting_with_themed_presentationsThe organization enhances guest engagement and reflects individual expression within tradition by utilizing personalized, themed table hosting provided by staff or volunteers.
- Personalized Themed Hosting to Enhance Engagement personalized_hosting_with_themed_presentationsUses personalized, themed table hosting by staff or volunteers to enhance guest engagement while allowing individual expression within the framework of Irish tradition.
- Personalized, themed cultural hosting personalized_hosting_with_themed_presentationsEnhances guest engagement and expression by using staff or volunteer-led themed table hosting that blends individuality with Irish tradition.
- Support and networking for Irish immigrants community_support_and_networkingProvides targeted support and networking opportunities for Irish immigrants through dedicated groups that foster connection and mutual aid within the region.
- Volunteer and partnership-driven program support volunteer-driven_supportLeverages volunteer committees in partnership with staff and external entities like the Consulate of Ireland to deliver and support programming.
- Volunteer-Driven Operational Support volunteer-driven_supportUtilizes a committee of volunteers to partner with staff and external entities like the Consulate of Ireland in Los Angeles to provide operational and programmatic support.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Christmas at the Castle
An annual event celebrated at the Irish Cultural Center.
ICC Academy of Celtic Studies
An academy offering studies related to Celtic culture.
McClelland Library
A library housing over 8,000 books and materials on Irish writers, history, and culture, available to the public.
The Celt Raven Society
An affiliate group for devotees of Celt Art History/Archaeology.
Women's Conference/St. Brigit's Day
An annual conference focused on connection, reflection, and revitalization, rooted in Irish heritage and inspired by St. Brigid.
relationships · 44
who they work with
- Arizona Colleen Program Partner — Affiliate connecting the Arizona Irish community and the global Irish diaspora through events and awareness, originating as the Arizona Colleen Pageant in 1983.
- Arizona Sister Cities Partner — Works with Arizona Sister Cities to advise, assist, and mentor current members, expand membership, and promote organizational activities.
- Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band Partner — Partner organization.
- Caledonian Society Partner — Don Finch, a beloved community member, served as Vice President for Membership and President of the Caledonian Society.
- Caledonian Society of Arizona Partner — Affiliate promoting Scottish culture through art, education, and athletics.
- Celtic Re-Enactment Organisation for Fellowship and Trades (CROFT) Partner — Affiliate promoting fellowship while researching the lifestyles and trades of Celtic Peoples, open to those interested in period crafting, living history, and entertainment.
- Chandler Tullamore Sister Cities Partner — Bethany Tso, Irish Woman of the Year, is a member of Chandler Tullamore Sister Cities.
- Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities Partner — Affiliate focused on cultivating a reciprocal relationship between Chandler, Arizona and Tullamore, Ireland, encouraging cultural understanding, community involvement, and educational exchanges.
- City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Partner — Operates as a public/private partnership with the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department.
- Consulate of Ireland in Los Angeles Partner — Partners with the Consulate of Ireland in Los Angeles to support the Emigration Support Program.
- Daughters of Scotia Partner — Affiliate fraternal order for women born in Scotland, of Scottish descent, or married to men of Scottish descent.
- Daughters of Scotia Partner — Bethany Tso, Irish Woman of the Year, is a member of Daughters of Scotia.
- Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Government — Acknowledges support through the Emmigrant Support Programme via the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California.
- Desert Irish Wolfhound Association (DIWA) Partner — Affiliate non-profit organization facilitating rescues, community engagement, and teaching about Irish Wolfhounds.
- E.R.I.N. Partner — Paul Kennedy, a supporter of the organization, also served in leadership roles at E.R.I.N.
- ERIN (Executive Resource in Irish Networking) Partner — Seán Lee was a founding member of ERIN (Executive Resource in Irish Networking).
- Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Funder — Acknowledges support from the Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California.
- Four Peaks Irish Arts Partner — Mary Hill-Connor, a founding member of the Phoenix-Ennis Sister Cities, was instrumental in bringing about the Four Peaks Irish Arts branch of Comhaltas.
- Friends of St Patrick Partner — Bethany Tso, Irish Woman of the Year, is a member of Friends of St Patrick.
- Friends of St. Patrick (FOSP) Partner — Affiliate with a mission to nurture Saint Patrick’s legacy by promoting positive relationships between Arizona and Northern Ireland through education.
- Guardians of St. Brigid martial arts club Partner — Affiliate program intended to revitalize the practice of Coiléar agus Uille, Brollaidheacht, or 'Collar and Elbow' jacket wrestling, a traditional Irish martial art.
- Hugh O’Conor Memorial Pipe Band Partner — Affiliate pipe band formed in 2006 to honor Hugh O’Conor, an exiled Irishman who founded the Spanish presidio from which Tucson, Arizona grew.
- Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California Funder — Receives support through the Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California from the Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
- Irish Consulate in San Francisco, California Government — Acknowledges support from the Emmigrant Support Programme of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the consulate.
- Irish Foundation of Arizona Partner — Sean Prior was involved in the Irish Foundation of Arizona.
- Irish Government Partner — Supported by the Irish Government to provide a support group and networking system for immigrants.
- Irish Network Arizona Partner — Affiliate business, cultural, and social network connecting members locally, across the state, and with sister networks nationally.
- Keep Phoenix Beautiful Partner — Mallory Quigg, Education Program Manager at Keep Phoenix Beautiful, serves as a Gardening Instructor for the conference.
- McClelland Library Partner — Collaborates with the McClelland Library to host cultural and educational programs and co-maintains a blog.
- McClelland Library Partner — The Irish Cultural Center merged with the McClelland Library.
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