As a voluntary youth organisation, Foróige is governed by its volunteers.

National Council and National Executive
The National Council is the governing body of Foróige, which determines its policy and controls the business and affairs of the organisation. One club leader from each county and four reference panel members are elected to make up the council.

From among its members, the National Council elects a National Executive, which meets regularly to discuss the day-to-day running of the organisation and is accountable to the National Council.

Reference Panel
At Regional Conferences, held in 11 designated regions throughout the country for club committee members, 44 members are elected to form a Reference Panel. This panel meets twice yearly and gives members direct input into the running of the organisation at national level. Four members are elected to the National Council.

District Councils
Foróige Clubs in a particular area may, with the permission of the National Council, form District Councils. Each club may appoint two voting delegates to sit on the District Council. The functions include: exchanging ideas, co-ordinating and developing activities, helping in the formation of new clubs and making representations to the National Council and National Executive on matters relating to Foróige.

Management and Staff
Foróige employs full-time professional staff to assist and enable communities and voluntary youth workers in their work.As well as working directly with young people as necessary and appropriate.