Majella O’Donnell named as 2023 Global Hero For Hope
She is one of two Relay For Life volunteers to receive the title from the American Cancer Society
Majella O’Donnell along with husband Daniel is well known for her commitment to Relay For Life in Donegal.
Now she will take that even further, having been named as a Global Hero of Hope for Relay For Life.
A spokesperson for the Irish Cancer Society Relay For Life took to social media to say: “We are delighted to announce that Majella O’ Donnell has been selected as ‘Global Hero of Hope’ for Relay For Life Donegal!
“Majella is one of our two amazing Relay For Life volunteers named as 2023 Global Heroes of Hope by the American Cancer Society!
“Since 2012, Majella has supported Relay For Life Donegal, by promoting the event, recruiting survivors and participating in the weekend with her husband Daniel, patron for the Relay For Life Donegal.”
As a Global Hero of Hope, Majella will represent Global Relay For Life, The Irish Cancer Society and Relay For Life Donegal publicly.
The spokesperson continued: “We are thrilled for Majella to receive this recognition for all her amazing support, and know she will be a brilliant worldwide ambassador for Relay.
“Majella will appear as a guest speaker at the Relay For Life Donegal launch on February 7 at Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny at 7.30pm.
“We’ll hear why she is involved in Relay, find out ways to get involved and learn about the incredible difference the funds you raise makes to cancer patients and their families.
“We hope you can join Majella and the committee as they launch the Relay For Life Donegal 2023.”