About Us
Founded in 1976, ICCD promotes personal connections throughout the Delaware Valley by hosting cultural events such as the Wilmington St. Patrick's Day Parade and the Irish Culture Club of Delaware's Festival & and Feisanna. Our mission is to preserve and share Irish history, culture, and traditions in our community. The ICCD promotes lifelong learning, advances knowledge of Irish culture, and strengthens our community through outreach and events.
Our Mission Statement
Honoring and sharing our Irish Culture in the spirit of family, faith, and community.
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We commit ourselves to promoting the Irish culture to benefit Irish Americans and all others – be they native Americans or of immigrant cultures.
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We will take the necessary risks to host events that connect with others and share our positive experiences.
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We participate in community development through events, fundraising, and providing scholarships.
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We will reflect this commitment in our governing structures, our dialogue with the entire community, and our relationship with all peoples.
Our Team
Meet Our Officers
David Ireland
President
Connell Boyce
Vice President
Martine Slicer
Treasurer
Walter Ferris
Secretary
Board Members
Eileen McKeown
Board Member
Kara Briggs
Board Member
Kathi Twohig-Hamelin
Board Member
Emily Leach
Board Member
Brian Raughley
Board Member
Committees
Membership Committee
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Kevin Freel
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Kara Briggs
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Emily Leach
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Connell Boyce
Bylaws Committee
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Paul Dolan
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Kara Briggs
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Kevin Freel
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Greg McCoy
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Dave Ireland
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Connell Boyce
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Kathi Hamelin
Advancement Committee
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Phil Leach
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Emily Leach
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Brett Taylor
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Lisa Hemphill
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Eileen Paulson​
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Connell Boyce
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Dave Ireland
Feis Committee
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Nora Smith
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Eileen Paulson
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Paul Dolan
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David Ireland
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Brett Taylor
Finance Committee
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Phil Leach
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Paul Dolan
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Dave Ireland
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Martine Slicer
Sunshine Committee
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Nora Smith
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Eileen Paulson
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Eileen McKeown
Parade Committee
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Loria Bafundo
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Patrick Kelly
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Leonard Bafundo
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Dave Ireland
Scholarship Committee
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Nora Smith
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Dave Ireland
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Jimmy Mallon
Usgaa Committee
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Connell Boyce
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Dave Ireland
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Kathi Twohig-Hamelin