Foyle Network Foundation is incredibly privileged to have hundreds of donors across the city supporting our work through financial contributions, food donations, volunteering and ongoing fundraising efforts. Every single act of kindness makes a difference, and this year the organisation wanted to recognise supporters who have gone the extra mile, particularly in supporting our 2025 Christmas Appeal, but all year round. Local businesses were also recognised for their generosity. To all of Foyle Foodbank’s donors across the city, thank you. Your support allows the organisation to continue helping people and families when it matters most. Mayor Ruairí McHugh made presentations of thanks on behalf of Foyle Network Foundation. PICTURED BELOW: Rosemount Primary School marked their sixth annual donation, with pupils and staff fundraising through bake sales, Christmas Jumper Day, and even a rickety wheel fundraiser, showing what true community spirit looks like. We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can. Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond. TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY
IN PICTURES: Foyle Foodbank says thank you to ‘hundreds of donors’ in Derry
Celebrating the schools, shops, and bars that went above and beyond for our 2025 appeal
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Thornhill College made the largest school donation, with pupils leading the collection and preparing and wrapping hampers themselves.
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Foyle College, the second largest school donor, organised a non-uniform day and brought in food alongside fantastic backing from teachers and staff.
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Perfect Spine Chiropractic Clinic received the Business Award for the largest food donation over Christmas.
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The Old Docks and The Branch Bar & Grill continued their Christmas support with another significant financial donation, made possible by their staff and patrons.
