Public Complinace

Public Compliance Statement

In accordance with the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising:

  • L’Arche Ireland is committed to complying with the Statement for Guiding Principles for Fundraising and has formally discussed and adopted the Statement at a meeting of the Trustees.
  • L’Arche Ireland confirms its commitment to the principles set out in the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising by a statement to that effect in its annual report.
  • L’Arche Ireland has a Donor Charter which is consistent with the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising.
  • L’Arche Ireland regularly monitors compliance with the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising.
  • L’Arche Ireland considers the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising when planning all fundraising activity.
  • L’Arche Ireland provides honest, open and transparent disclosure when fundraising from the public.
  • L’Arche Ireland has appointed a senior member of staff to be responsible for compliance with the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising.
  • L’Arche Ireland ensures that fundraising staff are provided with information and training on the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising and its implementation.
  • L’Arche Ireland has a feedback and complaints procedure consistent with the Statement of Guiding Principles for Fundraising. Feedback is recorded for review by relevant staff including the Director and the Board. Feedback is responded to promptly and appropriately.
  • L’Arche Ireland prepares financial reports consistent with the requirements of the Charities Act 2009 which include a statement concerning the extent to which control of the organisation is independent of its funding sources.
  • L’Arche Ireland ensures that all donations are tracked and recorded and complies with data protection requirements.
  • L’Arche Ireland is accessible to the public in be it in person or via telephone/email.