Three Clare charities to benefit from May fundraiser
THREE Clare charities are set to raise much needed funds to deliver their services throughout the county.
A charity fun day at the Cliffs of Moher Experience will take place on Saturday, May 27.
Representatives of Sláinte an Chláir, Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind (IGDB) Clare Branch and Brothers of Charity Services Clare announced the upcoming event which will feature live music and dancing, singing, facepainting and spot prizes.
The charities also will be in attendance on the day to meet and speak with members of the Clare public about the vital services they provide.
Geraldine Enright, Director of Cliffs of Moher Experience referenced raising “local awareness” is part of the goal.
She said: “The upcoming fundraiser is as much about raising local awareness of the three charities concerned as it is about generating funds to help them to deliver and invest in their services throughout Clare.
“The Cliffs of Moher Experience Charity of the Year programme, which was first initiated by staff in 2020, is part of the ongoing support and social responsibility activities that help the Cliffs of Moher Experience build bridges with the local community.
“Clare residents are invited to pre-book complimentary admission for the day by using the promo code ‘charityday23’ on our website.”
Leonard Cleary, Director of Rural Development and West Clare of Clare County Council mentioned that the Cliffs of Moher Experience have a “lengthy track record” of raising funds for local charities.
“Charity service providers have been impacted in recent years by a substantial decrease in fundraising activity which emphasises the even greater importance that events such as the upcoming Charity Fun Day are well supported,” Leonard said.
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland delivers a combination of day, residential, respite and training services to people with an intellectual disability and their families in communities across County Clare and is the largest such provider of services in Ireland today.
Kilnamona-based Sláinte an Chláir is a voluntary cancer support centre that helps people and their families affected by cancer. All services are provided free of charge.
IGDB is Ireland’s national charity dedicated to enabling people who are vision impaired and families of children with autism to achieve improved mobility and independence. In Clare, the charity is currently working with two puppy raisers, two brood holders, one Assistance Dog family and two Guide Dog owners. All services are provided free of charge.