The Network of Local Enterprise Offices across the country assist entrepreneurs, start-ups and existing small businesses in accessing financial, training and expert mentoring supports. Located in every county in Ireland, we provide the expertise to help small businesses to get off the ground and to work with them to grow and expand.

The Centre for Excellence in Universal Design at the National Disability Authority is delighted to collaborate on promoting Universal Design in the development of The B!G Idea programme for students in Ireland.

Unum Ireland is proud to partner again. We are committed to engaging with programs that create a societal impact where we live and work. The B!G Idea is important to us as it helps young people to learn that creativity and innovation is for everyone and can be applied in so many ways.

As one of Ireland’s leading healthcare companies, we are passionate about ‘Inventing for Life’ in all that we do. We are very proud to support The B!G Idea and the next generation of creative inventors and innovators who will shape Ireland’s future.   

Creative Ireland is delighted to support The B!G Idea, a project that champions innovative thinking and problem solving for our young people.  We hope that The B!G Idea will provide a catalyst for innovation that Transition Students will carry through to support their creative lives and future career choices.

The B!G Idea – unleashing the creative brilliance of our children to help make the world a better place. Now that’s an initiative to support wholeheartedly!  

Creativity is the currency of our future generations. The B!G Idea is an incredible initiative to help encourage innovative thinking in today’s youth.

As one of the world’s leading consultancies to the construction industry, Linesight is always on the lookout for those innovative and creative solutions that will help make our planet a better place on which to live and work. And who better to support in finding The B!G Idea, than the talented and ingenious minds of the younger generation.

Dolmen are an award-winning product design + R&D agency specialising in breakthrough product innovation. We partner with the world’s most ambitious brands to create transformative product portfolio pipelines.

Empowering the next generation to engage more actively with issues affecting the built environment is a key objective of the RIAI. The B!G Idea is a programme which aims to tackle challenges through creativity, and the RIAI is delighted to announce its ongoing partnership with the programme.

“Every great design begins with an even better story.” – Lorinda Mamo, designer and creative director

It’s time to Rethink Ireland. It’s time to back big ideas and sustainable solutions. It’s time to create the inclusive Ireland we all want to be part of. Our vision is an Ireland which is more just, equal and sustainable because of social innovation.

Since ESB was established in 1927, it has always endeavoured to bring light and energy to the people it serves, allowing individuals and communities to fulfil their potential in every walk of life.

The IDI is committed to advancing the value and impact of design both locally and nationally, and working to inspire, support and learn from each other.

We find and support social entrepreneurs on every step of their journey. Our vision is an Ireland where people solve every social problem.

Autodesk is changing how the world is designed and made. From greener buildings to smarter products to mesmerizing blockbusters, Autodesk software helps our customers to design and make a better world for all.

Equipping the next generation of students with problem-solving skills to tackle complex global issues like climate change and hidden poverty is exactly what Ireland and the technology industry needs right now. Sustainability is a huge issue and one that we are passionate about in EPAM. We are delighted to partner with the B!G Idea for […]

We help those who build the future to make it amazing. The B!G Idea is empowering the next generation to innovate. Amdocs is proud to support a programme encouraging young people to make their boldest ideas a reality.

Understanding challenges faced by others is a big part of our business and a cornerstone of The B!G Idea. We are delighted to support an amazing programme giving students an insight in to creating with the end-user in mind.

We are thrilled to be part of a programme that teaches creative thinking to our future trailblazers and innovators, and tomorrow’s empathetic leaders.

Voxgig is dedicated to maximising impact and achieving goals, so it’s no surprise that we decided to support The B!G Idea. We can’t wait to see what these students have in store!

Nutritics is all about improving performance and that’s precisely why we’re supporting The B!G Idea in 2023. This programme gives students the opportunity and know-how to improve their world and our future.

Modern problems require modern solutions, and that requires modern thinking. HR Duo are proudly supporting The B!G Idea programme because these young minds are the future of intelligent solutions.

The Dormant Accounts Fund (DAF) is used to benefit the public, funding measures that address economic, social or educational disadvantage; or support persons with a disability.

Mercury build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative.

As one of Ireland’s leading companies in everything e-commerce, we’re passionate about innovative and creative solutions. We’re delighted to be part of The B!G Idea and join up the next generation of critical thinkers to solve the social issues facing Ireland now and in the future.

FINEOS is a leading provider of core systems for life, accident and health insurers globally. With employees and offices throughout the world, FINEOS continues to work with innovative, progressive insurers in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

At Mastercard we work to connect and power an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere and help everyone realise their greatest potential. That’s why we’re supporting The B!G Idea, as they do so with the next generation.

Microsoft is supporting the B!G Idea, to help empower and guide secondary-level students bring their BIG innovative ideas to life and create real change in the real world!

Johnston Shopfitters are proud to support an all-Ireland organisation such as The B!G Idea, bringing innovation and creativity directly into the classroom where it can flourish.

Ardagh​​ Group is a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable, metal and glass packaging for brand owners around the world. We’re proud to support The B!G Idea, an organisation bringing creative thinking to schools across Ireland.

PB Machine Tech are delighted to support The B!G Idea as they introduce innovation, creative thinking and the design process to students!

The Irish Youth Foundation is a registered charity supporting a wide range of outstanding projects and organisations across the country, working closely with Ireland’s dedicated youth workers and project leaders to help give Ireland’s underrepresented young people the tools needed to reach their full potential in life.

At Vision Green we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that everyone faces. By supporting businesses, we aim to create a widespread and lasting impact on the environment and society as a whole. We aim to drive positive change, just like the students of The B!G Idea.

The Department of Education’s mission to facilitate children and young people, through learning, to achieve their full potential and contribute to Ireland’s social, economic and cultural development.

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million Hosts who have welcomed over 1.5 billions in almost every country across the globe.

The Ireland Funds’ vision is of peace, equality and opportunity across the island of Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide.

The community-focused McDonald’s Youth Opportunity Ireland programme aims to support young people between the ages of 15 and 24 nationally, who are experiencing disadvantages and empower them with the skills, training and mentorship they need to access the employment market.