Governance
COMMITTED TO TRANSPARENCY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Ballina Arts Centre operates as a not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to promoting the arts and serving the cultural needs of Ballina and the wider Mayo region.
We are committed to strong governance practices that ensure the responsible management of our resources, programming, and public trust.
Accounts
We operate in accordance with the principles of good governance, including regular financial reporting and independent auditing compliance with all relevant legal, charitable, and artistic standards.
Copies of our full policies are available upon request. For more information, please contact us at:
Email: info@ballinaartscentre.com
Phone: +353 (0)96 73593
Board Members
Susan Heffernan (Chair)
Susan is a project management and marketing consultant with over 20 years experience in the tourism and arts sector. Her skills include Strategic business planning, Event management, Communications and PR, Branding and marketing services, Training and mentoring.
Marie Loftus (Sec)
Marie is a retired schoolteacher, is director of the Ballina One Act Drama Festival and a long time advocate of the arts.
Cllr Annie May Reape
Annie May is a Fianna Fáil County Councillor. She is an elected and serving member of Mayo County Council since 1991. She became the first female Cathaoirleach of Mayo County Council from 1991-2 and received tremendous respect and publicity for this. She has been a member of the board of Ballina Arts Centre for over a decade. Arts and the development of the Arts Centre in Ballina.
Avril Greham
Avril is a disability advocate, public speaker, and proud Mayo woman on a mission to break down barriers and build a more accessible Ireland.
Her work is grounded in lived experience and nearly two decades of community involvement, activism, and professional engagement. From
city streets to conference stages, she speaks honestly about the challenges disabled people face and the change that’s possible when disabled people lead
the conversation themselves.
Gillian Marsh
Gillian is a TV producer and is director of the television production company, GMARSHTV. Established in 1997, it has has grown to become one of Irelands leading Production Companies. Based near Crossmolina in Co. Mayo, the company has built its name producing distinctive television with a rural edge. She is passionate about telling human stories and is a creative and astute communicator.
Sarah Collins
Martina di Lucia
Martina has many years involvement in the area of community arts and community development. She is an enthusiastic and devoted follower of the arts and brings a wealth of experience to the board.
Ann Marie McGing
Ann Marie McGing is Arts Officer with Mayo County Council. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Irish and History of Art from University College Dublin and a Post-graduate Diploma in Arts Policy & Practice from University of Galway.
Funding & Support
We receive funding and support from a range of public and private sources, including:
The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon
Mayo County Council
Local sponsors and community partners
Earned income from events and venue hire
We are deeply grateful to all who support our work and share in our vision for a thriving cultural community in Ballina and North Mayo.
Organisational Structure
Ballina Arts Centre is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors who bring a wealth of experience across the arts, community development, finance, and education. The Board provides strategic direction and oversight, ensuring the Centre meets its objectives and remains aligned with its mission