Fundraising night in Limerick puts the focus on style and wellbeing
FOCUS Ireland are hosting a night of fashion and fun in Newcastle West.
The night will be led by stylist, Chloe Markham, who will be showcasing the latest fashion trends to the ladies of the Mid-West.
"I am delighted to be partaking in the Focus Ireland Focus On You; Fashion, Style and Wellbeing event. Focus Ireland do great work in the Mid-West in preventing, alleviating and eliminating homelessness and it is my belief that everyone should have a roof over their head.
“I will be showcasing Spring fashion from local boutiques in Newcastle West on Saturday, February 25 at 6pm. I am very passionate about shopping local for all your fashion needs. I look forward to assisting Focus Ireland in raising funds for their homeless services and hopefully we will raise a substantial amount,” she said.
Also on the night, Niamh O'Dwyer, makeup artist will give a makeup demonstration. Marie Hunt, Cocoon Holistic, will give a wellness talk and Sarah McTernan from Voice of Ireland 2015 and the Eurovision 2018 will perform.
Speaking about the event, Maura McMahon, Fundraising and Development Officer with Focus Ireland Mid-West said: “I am delighted to be organising this fashion and wellbeing fundraising event. I hope that ladies can come out in style and support this event, as well as enjoying a great evening of glamour, makeup and fashion. There will also be some retail therapy available on the evening with stands from various retailers,” she added.
Focus Ireland is a non-profit organisation that provides services to homeless people which at the moment is at a staggering all-time high in Ireland which includes almost 3,500 children, just over 8,000 adults with a total of 11,542 individuals.
“In the Mid-West there’s currently 99 families with 189 child dependents living in emergency accommodation. Our services in Limerick and Clare are currently working with 634 households, which includes 192 families with 384 child dependents.
“Focus Ireland are providing 281 units of accommodation across Limerick and Clare. Over 90 of which are long term secure family homes and with the remainder accommodating singles and mixed adult households. It is with support from fundraising events like this that Focus Ireland is able to continue their vital work in challenging homelessness and changing lives,” Maura explained.
Tickets for this event are €25 and can be purchased on www.Eventbrite.ie.