Clare’s Wishing Well

Clare’s Wishing Well, a charity shop supporting Clare’s Wish Foundation, will have an opening celebration at 5pm, January 27, in the Groody Neighbourhood Centre, Groody roundabout, Castletroy.

“I hope the shop can raise funds for Clare’s Wish so we can grant more wishes in 2017,” said founder of Clare’s Wish, Kevin Clancy.

Named after Kevin’s sister, who was born with Spina Bifida and died at twenty four years of age, more than 30 wishes have been granted since Kevin launched Clare’s Wish in 2013. The Limerick based charity relies solely on fundraising events, the new retail unit, and is the only Irish charity granting wishes to adults living with terminal and life-threatening illnesses.

“The charity aims to bring the wish to life, to create ever-lasting memories for the wisher, their family and their friends. Providing respite from the normal routines of hospitals, doctors and treatments,” said Kevin.

Some of the wishes granted in 2016 were a Disney Paris trip for the Murray Family, a two day stay at the Castletroy Park Hotel for the Donovan family, a special shopping trip at the Dundrum Centre for the Doyle family, a Killarney trip for the Ryan Family, and a Christmas experience for the Spencer family at Foto resort.

If people would like to nominate someone they know for Clare’s Wish they can send an e-mail or fill out the application form on the website, where the charity prioritise emergency requests.

“We are all excited with this new venture. The retail unit is the very first Charity shop in the Castletroy area, selling donated furniture, clothing, books, with a view to raising much needed funds for Clare’s Wish Foundation. We will have tea, coffee, wine, light food and Emma Langford will be playing for us,” said Kevin.

Christmas break for the Donovan Family at the Castletroy Park Hotel

Wish for Deirdre signed CD from Andre Rieu

Nevin Maguire and Kevin Clancy at a fundraising event in the Radisson Limerick

Nevin Maguire and Kevin Clancy at a fundraising event in the Radisson Blu Limerick

For more information, contact: 061633301

Kevin Clancy, Founder

Clare’s Wish Foundation (CHY 21072)

clareswishfoundation.com

clareswishfoundation@gmail.com

Shauna Lindsay and Maeve Madden BFF Event

Clare’s Wish Foundation ambassador and model Shauna Lindsay, along with her friend, fitness model and blogger Maeve Madden are hosting a Beauty, Fitness and Fashion (BFF) event in the Bunratty Castle Hotel, January 8.

Mark Rogers from Benefit Ireland will be teaching how to achieve perfect eyebrows, and celebrity make-up artist Fiona Murphy (who was trained by Kim Kardashian’s make-up artist), will be demonstrating her top beauty secrets.

Maeve will talk about her personal fitness training and nutrition, and Shauna who was voted VIP magazines most Stylish Girl, will be sharing her top street style tips.

There will also be a fashion show, goodie bags, afternoon tea, tutorials, questions and answer sessions, and more than a 100 spot prizes to be won.

Open from 12pm-5pm, attendees will receive Champagne upon arrival, and €5.00 per ticket sold will be donated to Clare’s Wish Foundation.

Named after founder of Clare’s Wish, Kevin Clancy’s sister, who was born with Spina Bifida and died at twenty four years of age, Clare’s Wish Foundation is a Limerick based charity that was established in 2013, and is the only Irish charity that is dedicated to providing wishes exclusively to adults with terminal illnesses.

Tickets are €75.00 to book tickets on Eventbrite click here

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shauna-maeve-bff-beauty-fitness-fashion-tickets-30013591460?aff=eiosprexshreclip&ref=eiosprexshreclip

To learn more about Clare’s Wish Foundation click here www.clareswishfoundation.com

Killaloe Wedding Fair in aid of Clare’s Wish Foundation

Clare’s Wish Foundation Wedding Fair, in the Killaloe Hotel and Spa, on November 6, is the ideal event for couples who are looking for ideas or help with organising their wedding.

Open from 1pm-5pm, attendees will receive a complimentary glass of wine on entry, and meet representatives from a number of well known wedding suppliers and businesses from Bridal wear to musicians.

The Sweet Treat Cakes, Kitture weddings, Coleman Photography, MM Cookies, O’Hara Video’s, Moss & Mushroom Flowers, Forever Living, South Bound wedding Band, Ebber Wedding Band, and singer Lorraine Galvin are just some of the suppliers that will be there on the day.

“If you are either engaged or planning to marry in the future, then this is a must see event. You will get fantastic advice from all suppliers on the day. This is the foundation’s longest-running and most impactful fundraiser of the year, we receive a €5 donation, on entry. We hope to raise as much funds as possible so we can grant more wishes that are on hold,” said founder of Clare’s Wish, Kevin Clancy.

Named after Kevin’s sister, who was born with Spina Bifida and died at twenty four years of age, Clare’s Wish Foundation is a Limerick based charity that was established in 2013, and is the only Irish charity that is dedicated to providing wishes exclusively to adults with terminal illnesses.

“My dad passed in 2011. That changed my outlook on life, I wanted to give back, and I started to do some volunteer work for two charities in Limerick, which lead on to setting up Clare’s Wish, also in memory of my own sister,” explained Kevin.

If people would like to nominate someone they know for Clare’s Wish they can send an e-mail or fill out the application form on the website, where the charity prioritise emergency requests.

“Wish Requests are usually wish’s to go somewhere on a break or to meet a celebrity or idol. Our last two wishes were pretty special. A wish to go to Killarney for a Family turned out to be their first picture together as a family in 25 years and also their last picture, as Annette passed away just a few weeks later.

“We also just granted a, ‘wish to put a smile back on my kid’s faces’, so we sent a family to Tayto Park for a family day of fun and a stay in the amazing Pillo Hotel for the family.

“We need Volunteers in all counties to spread the awareness of the charity. We also have a Text Clare to 50300 campaign for any one who would like to donate €4,” added Kevin.

061-633301

clareswishfoundation@gmail.com www.clareswishfoundation.com

Twitter: @clareswish

Facebook: www.facebook.com/clareswishfoundation

Chef Neven Maguire and Clare’s Wish Foundation

For cooking enthusiasts and foodies, Thursday October 6, is a date to put in your diary, if you would like to see award winning, Celebrity Chef Neven Maguire in person, in the Radisson Blue Hotel & Spa Limerick.

Organised by the Clare’s Wish Foundation as a fundraising event for the Limerick based charity, it promises to be an exciting event with tickets selling out fast.

“We hope to raise as much funds as possible so we can grant more wishes that are on hold,” said founder of Clare’s Wish, Kevin Clancy.

Named after Kevin’s sister, who was born with Spina Bifida and died at twenty four years of age, Clare’s Wish Foundation was established in 2013, and is the only Irish charity that is dedicated to providing wishes exclusively to adults with terminal illnesses.

“My dad passed in 2011. That changed my outlook on life, I wanted to give back, and I started to do some Volunteer work for two charities in Limerick, which lead on to setting up Clare’s Wish, also in memory of my own sister,” explained Kevin.

If people would like to nominate someone they know for Clare’s Wish they can send an e-mail or fill out the application form on the website, where the charity prioritise emergency requests.

“We are the only Irish charity granting wishes for adults with a Terminal Medical Condition. We try and do some event at least once a month. We have Adare to Survive September 25, National Dance- a-Thon in October, and a Wedding Fair in Killaloe November 6.

“We need Volunteers in all Counties of Ireland. We also have a Text Clare to 50300 campaign for any one who would like to donate €4,” added Kevin.

Doors open at 6.30pm where you can browse the artisan food stands that will be on display, and Neven will commence his cookery demonstration on stage at 8pm.

Tickets are €20, and are available at the Radisson Blue Hotel & Spa reception or online at www.eventmaster.ie

061-633301

clareswishfoundation@gmail.com www.clareswishfoundation.com

Twitter: @clareswish

Facebook: www.facebook.com/clareswishfoundation

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