The Northern Ireland Memorial Fund is dedicated to assisting peace and reconciliation by giving practical help and support to individuals from all sides of the community who have been bereaved or injured during the thirty years of the troubles in Northern Ireland.

Since 1969, over 3,600 people have been killed as a consequence of events in Northern Ireland. Well over 40,000 people have been injured.
(Source: The Cost of the Troubles Study, 1998)

Over 3,600 people lost their lives and it is believed that upwards of 40,000 people have been injured.

The Northern Ireland Memorial Fund seeks to ensure that these victims are not forgotten by providing them with help and support to aid them in building a better future for themselves.

The sociological and financial impact of the loss of these many people greatly affects the community as a whole. The Fund hopes to address not only the emotional and psychological effects of the Troubles but also the needs of those who have suffered financially as well.

The Fund acknowledges and addresses the suffering of the victims in accordance with both the Good Friday Agreement and the report of the Northern Ireland Victims Commissioner. It recognizes the needs of victims as part of the healing process and by creating an international network of support.

Money from The Ireland Funds has gone towards the running costs of the projects available to victims.

These include support for the bereaved and injured as well as for those who care for them, trauma and counseling services and training and educational assistance.