Heritage Good Causes Awards Finalists 2025

Irish Whale and Dolphin Group – Clare
The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) is Ireland’s leading marine conservation charity, protecting whales, dolphins, and porpoises through rescue, research, and education. Their Live Stranding Response Program empowers volunteers and coastal communities to take action, saving marine life and raising awareness. Through science, advocacy, and hands-on conservation, IWDG inspires a deeper connection to Ireland’s marine environment and a shared responsibility to protect it.

Nature Network Ireland - Cork
Nature Network Ireland is a volunteer-led organisation dedicated to protecting Ireland’s biodiversity through conservation, education, and public engagement. From transforming urban spaces into wildlife havens to empowering communities through citizen science, the group connects people with nature in meaningful ways. With a strong focus on sustainability and inclusion, Cork Nature Network inspires environmental stewardship and fosters lasting change for both people and the planet.

Irish Wildlife Trust Monaghan Branch – Monaghan
The Irish Wildlife Trust Monaghan Branch is leading innovative, community driven conservation efforts to protect and restore Ireland’s river systems. Through mapping, citizen science, and inclusive engagement, they’re making biodiversity visible and actionable. Their work empowers people to reconnect with nature, supports sustainable land practices, and strengthens environmental awareness, laying the foundation for healthier ecosystems and improved water quality across the region.

Airfield Estate - Dublin
Airfield Estate is Dublin’s leading urban farm and food education hub, welcoming thousands annually to explore sustainable living. Through hands-on learning, inclusive community initiatives, and a deep commitment to heritage, Airfield connects people of all ages with the origins of their food. From school tours to community gardening, their work fosters environmental awareness, social inclusion, and a healthier, more sustainable future for all.

Tipperary Museum of Hidden History – Tipperary
Tipperary Museum of Hidden History is a vibrant cultural centre preserving the county’s rich heritage through storytelling, education, and hands on engagement. Its award-winning programmes, including traditional craft skills workshops, foster intergenerational learning, intercultural exchange, and sustainability. By connecting people with Ireland’s past, through artefacts, outreach, and inclusive experiences, the museum empowers communities to value and protect their shared history.