Fintech Company Stripe to Sponsor Irish Maths Trust
Financial technology company Stripe has been named the new principal sponsor of the Irish Maths Trust (IMT), which promotes advanced mathematics in Irish secondary schools.
About the Irish Maths Trust
The IMT organises the Irish Maths Olympiad (IrMO), a national competition for students. It serves as the selection process for Ireland’s top math students to compete in the International Maths Olympiad.
Sponsorship Impact
Stripe has committed to a three-year funding partnership that will secure the future of the Irish Maths Olympiad. This year's team recorded Ireland’s best-ever results, winning two silver medals and one bronze medal at the International Maths Olympiad.
"We're thrilled that, with Stripe's support, we'll be able to share the joy of challenging mathematics with the next generation all across the country," said Dr. Neil Dobbs, Lecturer in Mathematics at University College Dublin.
Additional Initiatives Supported by Stripe
- In May, Stripe became the title sponsor of the Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, replacing BT.
- The company also supports the youth accelerator Patch.
- Stripe backs the University of Limerick’s Immersive Software Engineering course.
Summary: Stripe’s multi-year sponsorship strengthens maths education in Ireland, supporting competitions and STEM initiatives to inspire future innovators.