Galway Simon Community
Karol Cooke has a diverse professional background primarily in fundraising, marketing, and communications. Currently serving as a Community & Partnerships Fundraiser at Galway Simon Community since August 2021, Karol has previously held positions such as Marketing Manager for Amazonia Bio SPRL, Marketing Consultant for various organizations, and Office Administrator at Maoin Cheoil na Gaillimhe, among others. Karol's early career includes significant roles at GSK, the Marine Institute, and Enable Ireland, with a foundation in strategic marketing and business acquired through a Master’s Degree from University of Galway and a Bachelor’s Degree from National University of Ireland, Galway.
Galway Simon Community
Galway Simon Community was set up in 1979 by a group of volunteers who refused to accept homelessness on the streets of Galway. With the support of the wider community, we have grown, developed, learned and adapted over the years to become a leading provider of homeless and homelessness prevention services in the region. At Galway Simon Community, we support a person’s right to security, dignity and wellbeing in their own home. We are relentlessly committed to ¬finding answers to the questions faced by real people at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness. It is our belief that early intervention is the most effective means of reducing the trauma and cost associated with homelessness. We work with a clear vision in mind: A community where everyone has a place to call home. Registered Charity No. 20018962