David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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Question 254: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs when the Forum on Philanthropy was established; the membership of same; the number of times the forum meets; the reports it has made to Government since its establishment; the recommendations of same; the action taken as a result of these reports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30331/07]

Pat Carey (Dublin North West, Fianna Fail)
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The Forum on Philanthropy was established by Government decision in May 2006. The decision set down membership of the Forum and Terms of Reference for its work. The Forum comprises representations from Philanthropy Ireland, Atlantic Philanthropies, Community Foundation for Ireland, Charles Stuart Mott Foundation, The ONE Foundation, The Ireland Funds, the Department of Taoiseach (Chair), Department of Finance and the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs.

The Terms of Reference are as follows:—

facilitating dialogue between the public sector and those involved in, or promoting, philanthropy

improving access to contacts across public bodies on information on opportunities for philanthropy,

increasing understanding among funders public and private of the non-profit sector,

exploring ways of influencing wealth advisors so that they include philanthropy as a worthy and desirable option to their clients

other means that may emerge.

Including next week's meeting the Forum will have met on five occasions. The discussions have been wide ranging on philanthropic issues. It is anticipated that the Forum will report to Government in the earlier part of 2008.