A local charity which supports people bereaved by suicide is calling on families, friends and work colleagues to take to the streets of Galway for the 2010 Console Memorial Walk.
Entitled “Walking in Memory of Our Loved Ones” it takes place on Sunday May 16 at 2.30pm from the Claddagh Hall. The route leads to Blackrock and back to the Claddagh Hall where walkers can enjoy refreshments.
The charity is hoping that people from every county in Ireland will take part in the 6.5 kilometre challenge and help raise funds for families whose lives have been torn apart as a result of the loss of a loved one to suicide.
Margaret Tierney of Console says fundraising events such as the memorial walk are crucial to maintain suicide bereavement services in Limerick, Galway, Wexford, Cork and Dublin, especially in the current economic climate.
“Once again I must highlight that we remain overwhelmed at the tremendous response from the Galway community to every single Console fundraiser, and that’s despite the economic crisis. We are very aware that people have to tighten their belts and are being asked for money from every angle, so we really appreciate any support, even if supporters only raise a very small amount.
“Seeing the devastation of families whose lives will never be the same again inspires us to keep going and provide the support that we can. It all adds up so we really do literally value every euro that sponsorship can raise. All monies raised from the walk will go towards offering counselling and support to families and children bereaved by suicide in our Renmore facility.”
For further information/sponsorship packs or if you wish to make a donation contact (091 ) 480080 or e-mail [email protected]
