The Wheel is Ireland's national association of charities, community groups, and social enterprises. As a representative voice, they provide leadership and advocacy on behalf of their diverse and growing community of members. They are a registered charity and a Company Limited by Guarantee.

The Wheel offers a range of services to support and connect nonprofit organizations, from small community groups to large charities. They provide advice, training, and networking opportunities to people working or volunteering in the charity and community sector. Their work is focused on areas such as public policy and campaigning, skills and leadership development, networking, and information services.

Through their projects and initiatives, they aim to achieve outcomes that include sensitively regulated and adequately resourced charities and community organizations, trusted and accountable organizations, well-led and governed organizations, and the recognition of charities as engines of active citizenship. The Wheel is committed to measuring their impact and continually improving the sector through knowledge creation, influencing attitudes, and promoting best practices. They are governed by a volunteer board of directors and funded through a combination of membership subscriptions, grants, contracts, and earned income.

Overall, The Wheel strives to champion the charity and community sector in Ireland and support organizations in making a positive impact on society