Mayo charity event raises ample funds for children’s foundation

Westport was recently host to an exciting fundraising event in aid of the Christina Noble Children’s Foundation. 

The live music day fundraiser raised €2,505 for the foundation. Matthew Golden, the events co-ordinator, expressed his gratitude to all those who made the event possible. 

“Both Pat Donelan and I are extremely grateful for all the musicians who gave of their time. We also want to thank the venues that hosted the musicians. Of course, we too want to thank everyone who donated.” 

Event co-ordinator Matty Golden with Paul Duffy and Karen Duffy from MacBrides Bar and musician Sean Loughran, who got the day of fundraising gigs underway. 

The fundraiser music day took place in several venues across Westport, including MacBrides Bar, Hewetson's Bar, McGing’s Bar, and The Clock Tavern. Matthew Golden said this year’s fundraiser was a “great success.” 

He added his hopes for next year’s fundraiser: “We look forward to making it bigger and better. We are not stopping here.” 

The Christina Noble Foundation is an NGO that addresses the pressing needs of vulnerable communities in Asia, grappling with poverty, heightened risks of exploitation, violence, and human trafficking. The charity works with children, families, local communities, and collaborates with other organisations and governments at central and regional level.

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