What is the Coca‑Cola 125 Years Thank You Fund?
How we're supporting local non-profit organisations
On May 8th, 2011, The Coca‑Cola Company celebrated its Founder's Day. On that day, 125 years ago, the first Coca‑Cola was sold in Atlanta, Georgia. Coca‑Cola first arrived in Northern Ireland in 1934 and the Republic of Ireland in 1952.
While the world has changed significantly since 1886, one thing that has remained constant over the years has been the loyal support of Coca‑Cola consumers across the globe. That is certainly true of consumers here in Ireland.
We felt that the best way to thank our consumers would be to support projects and initiatives which are having a positive impact on quality of life in communities throughout the island of Ireland.
To celebrate 125 years, Coca‑Cola has established the Coca‑Cola 125 Years Thank You Fund, in partnership with The Wheel and the Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action NICVA.
Coca‑Cola are donating €125,000 to the fund which will be granted to non-profit community, voluntary and charitable organisations throughout the island of Ireland to help support initiatives focused on the following areas: Social and Education Programmes aimed at Youth, Healthy and Active Lifestyles, and Environmental Leadership.
Ten organisations will receive €10,000 each and five organisations will receive €5,000 each.
