The International Fund for Ireland was established in 1986 by an international treaty between donor countries to promote economic and social advance and reconciliation in Ireland. It is jointly overseen by the governments of Britain and Ireland and has invested over £668m across Ireland, leveraging additional funds. Some of its work has included supporting entrepreneurship, infrastructure, cross-border partnerships, and urban regeneration to benefit both nationalists and unionists and encourage reconciliation. It focuses on being independent, cross-community, and willing to take risks to support community initiatives.