belfast community circus school
Teaches circus arts to children in some of the most needy communities in Northern Ireland, and acts as a training school for professional teachers and performers of circus arts. Funding supports a 10-week programme of circus workshops for young people with the greatest need.

“Ten years ago the first grant awarded by The American Ireland Fund enabled us to employ a development worker — our first paid worker. Continued support over the years for specific projects has enabled young people to benefit from advanced training and international exchanges. More recent support for a peer educator programme now means that the next generation of teachers is being supported to give something back to the community.”

Will Chamberlain
Director