Ballybofey barbecue in memory of beloved local men raises over €1,200 for charities

Family and friends of the late Darragh McIntyre and John Meenan at a recent fundraiser, which they held in their memory. All proceeds will go towards Foyle Hospice and Irish Heart Foundation

placeholder image — Family and friends of the late Darragh McIntyre and John Meenan at a recent fundraiser, which they held in their memory. All proceeds will go towards Foyle Hospice and Irish Heart Foundation

Susan Hanbury from Ballybofey, along with friends and chefs Katie and Mark, organised the event in memory of Susan’s son, Darragh McIntyre, and her fiancé John Meenan

A charity barbecue organised in memory of two beloved Ballybofey locals raised over €1,200.

Susan Hanbury from Ballybofey, along with friends and chefs Katie and Mark, organised the event in memory of Susan’s son, Darragh McIntyre, and her fiancé John Meenan.

The barbecue raised a remarkable €1050 and £146 total, which was donated to Foyle Hospice and Irish Heart Foundation.

The organisers would like to extend a special thank you to everyone who helped, attended, and donated spot prizes, ensuring the event was a huge success.

They were delighted with the generosity of the event sponsors; Brown’s Tool Hire, Jacksons Hotel, Andies Supermarket, Ballybofey Carpets, Supervalu, Gallen’s Bar, Finn Valley Bistro, Pretty Paws, O’Hehir’s Bakery, Shamrock Bar, Villa Rose Hotel.

“Thanks also to everyone who helped, donated spot prizes, attended and made donations to the BBQ,” said a spokesperson.

You can support either charity by visiting www.foylehospice.com/donate/ and www.irishheart.ie/ways-to-give/