July 2011

Shack Fires Strike Again

Shack Fires Strike Again

There are many reasons why no one should ever live in a shack. They are small and provide no privacy for the large families living inside. They are dirty and rampant with disease and sickness. But most of all they are unsafe and welcome disaster. Shack fires are deadly to town ship inhabitants and continue...

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Alan Costello's Journey to Cape Town

Alan Costello's Journey to Cape Town

Like many volunteers before me, I hoped to return to South Africa some day shortly after finishing my first Building Blitz with the charity. Thankfully, I will have this opportunity in November and I can’t wait to get started! The task of fundraising in these difficult times was a daunting one,...

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A Treasure Hunt To Cape Town

A Treasure Hunt To Cape Town

As usual our fundraisers aren’t confined to the Irish borders so if you happen to be passing through London check out this exciting event! On the 30th of July, the London City Treasure Hunt will take place beginning at 2pm at The William Blake. The event will be put on by Martina O’Sullivan,...

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Fashionable Creativity is the Key

Fashionable Creativity is the Key

At age 17, one of the youngest volunteers on the 2011 Blitz, Siobhain Lawlor truly stepped up to the plate to support the Niall Mellon Township Trust. Siobhain used multiple fundraising events to exceed her monetary goal in order to participate in the Blitz this year. Starting by selling Christmas wreaths...

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Little Ducks make Big Bucks

Little Ducks make Big Bucks

Ross Hennessy held his first annual Dublin Duck Race on the River Liffey on Sunday the 17th of July. Despite the less than desirable weather, the race had a great turnout. And what an amazing sight to see! Nearly 1,000 yellow rubber ducks were launched at the Millennium Bridge and made their way all...

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Commitment to a Greater Cause

Commitment to a Greater Cause

Congratulations to Karen McArdle for being selected by industry leaders as a hairdresser that has made a difference in the lives of those less fortunate in our society. Karen was chosen by the Irish Hairdressers Federation to receive its IHF Salon Ambassador Award 2011. The award is given to a member...

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