Junior Chamber International (JCI ) Galway have announced the winners of their annual Friendly Business Awards and Cancer Care West is delighted to be chosen as the winner of the Community Impact category.
The awards recognise businesses that go the extra mile and provide an outstanding service to their customers and their community at large. Businesses were assessed by local mystery shoppers as well as a public vote which accounted for 30% of the overall score. Independent judges then assessed each nominee and their scores were added to make the final tally and decide on the winners. Small organisations like Cancer Care West play a huge role in the development of their local community.
The charity provides vital cancer support services to over 3,000 people ever year making them one of the leading cancer support organisations in the West of Ireland.
JCI evaluated the impact they have on the community and were impressed both with the range and the quality of their services. They found that “the organisation treats everyone with care, kindness, consideration and empathy ensuring the anyone affected by cancer is welcomed and made feel at home in their facilities.”
All their services are provided free of charge and the charity raises over 50% of their funds through voluntary fundraising and donations, driving further community spirit and sense of purpose.
The Galway Cancer Care West support centre is located in Westside, at the heart of the community, where they welcome everyone with no appointments necessary. Over the past thirty years the charity has helped more than 25,000 individuals affected by cancer.
