Almost €5,000 raised for Mary's Meals in local Tipperary town fundraiser

Seanie Gleeson made a presentation to John Egan of North Tipperary Mary’s Meals, who wish to gratefully express their appreciation to Seanie, Bridget O’Dea and their team of helpers for hosting this wonderful progressive 25 card game in aid of their work.

Thanks to their incredible efforts and the generosity of spirit of all who attended and sponsored prizes on the night, €4500 was raised.

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This will provide life-changing meals for over 200 children who will each receive one meal a day each in a place of education for an entire year. For most of these children this will be their only meal of the day.

Back Row: Seamus Bourke, Margaret Malone, Bernie Hennessy, Frances Maxwell, Angela Galvin, Moira Morrissey, Mary Maher and Tom Maher.

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Front row: Josie Hayes, Bridget O’Dea, John Egan, Seanie Gleeson, Biddy Gleeson, Mary Martin.