Our Funders
Friends Forever Europe thrives because of the generosity of our supporters. Foundations, trusts, and individual donors ensure that we can continue offering scholarships, hosting community events, and maintaining our facilities for local and international use. Their contributions provide the financial stability needed to innovate, expand, and deepen our work year after year.
Every supporter, whether large or small, becomes part of our story — investing not only in young leaders, but in the future of Annalong and the wider European community. Their belief in our mission fuels everything we do, and we proudly display their logos and share their stories as a sign of gratitude and recognition.
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We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our funders. Their investment in our mission makes it possible for the FFE Centre in Annalong to serve as a welcoming hub for connection, learning, and community.
In the past year (2025), grants have allowed us to:
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Deliver innovative youth programmes that cultivate leadership, teamwork, and cross-community understanding.
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Host family-friendly community events that bring people together to celebrate, share traditions, and build new ones.
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Provide educational workshops and talks on topics ranging from safety and wellbeing to cultural awareness and sustainability.
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Improve our outdoor green space and community gardens where visitors can connect with nature and take part in hands-on activities that promote wellbeing and sustainability.
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Keep the FFE Centre open and thriving as a safe, inclusive space for all.
Thank you
Every grant we receive directly fuels opportunities for young people and families in Northern Ireland and beyond. They help us keep our doors open, strengthen our programming, and ensure that our Centre remains a place where everyone feels they belong.
Together with our funders, we are building a stronger, more connected community, one programme, one event, and one young leader at a time.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the following organisations and funders for their support in 2024/2025:
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Newry, Mourne & Down District Council
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The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
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Halifax Foundation
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TESCO Stronger Starts
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The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)
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Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful
