Honoring 30 years of the Bruce Morrison Visa Program

Ireland Calls Radio Show
May 11, 2025

I was delighted to chat with Elaine Brennan, Executive Director of Global Strategic Partnerships and CEO of the Bruce Morrison Legacy Foundation.

We had a powerful conversation about the Bruce Morrison Legacy Foundation and being a Morrison Visa recipient herself, Elaine shared her unique perspective on the program’s 30-year impact, its lasting contribution to Irish-American life, and how the foundation is honoring its legacy, and Bruce Morrison himself on Oct 1st at an upcoming Gala at the Rainbow Room in NYC later this year.

This is a story about immigration, opportunity, and the enduring ties between Ireland and America. Hope you enjoy our interview.

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