We are delighted that Glór Uachtar Tíre (GUT) will be partaking in the ‘Big Give Christmas Challenge’. The Big Give runs match funding campaigns for charities and special causes at key moments across the year. The Christmas Challenge Fundraising Campaign will run from Tuesday 3rd December (midday) to Tuesday 10th December (midday). GUT has a match funding pot of £6,250 to unlock. The match funding pot was kindly pledged by a range of local businesses and supporters.
What can you do?
Please help us hit our target by donating and see your donation doubled!*
When?
The campaign will run from Tuesday 3rd December (midday) to Tuesday 10th December (midday).
How?
You can donate online with your card between the dates outlined above. Please put a reminder in your calendar and scan the QR code on this letter or visit the link below. Alternatively, visit our website to access a link to the campaign page.
Why?
Help us to make the new Irish Language Centre, Teach Uidhilín, (located at 29 Main St. and 2-4 Castle Avenue, Castlewellan) the cornerstone of the community! Your donation will help make the new Centre a vibrant, welcoming space for the community for years to come. The Centre will be home to classes, workshops, artistic and cultural events, youth activities and more.
Fundraising Events
You can also support the campaign by attending two fantastic events:
Christmas Fair, Sat 7th Dec, Castlewellan GAC, 11am-3pm (£5 per child, £12 for 3 children): fabulous array of craft stalls, Santa, face painting, prizes!
Christmas Concert, Sun 8th Dec, The Lodge, Castlewellan, Doors 6pm (£12 – book on GUT website): featuring Gráinne Holland, Colum Sands, Ciara McCrickard, Gerry Flanagan, Martina Cunningham and Matt McGinn, Newcastle Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, Bunscoil Bheanna Boirche!
With sincere thanks in advance for your generosity, goodwill and support. Please address any queries to us at:
*Note that when the target has been reached, donations can still be made, but will no longer be matched.
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