Galway RCC

University of Galway Students’ Union today presented the proceeds of their year of fundraising events to Galway Rape Crisis Centre and Cancer Care West a total of €53,275 for the two charities – the most ever raised by the Students’ Union.

The SU, held fundraisers throughout the year culminating in the return of Raise and Give Week in February which included events such as the Firewalk, a head shave, a charity auction, a 5km fun run, a Taylor Swift Night and a 5 A Side Tournament. Included in the total amount raised is a €20,000 donation from, Sult, Smokey’s Café and the Students’ Union Shop.

SU President Dean Kenny said: “We're delighted to have raised the most money ever in our Union's history for charity, and it's all thanks to every single student that got involved with any of our events throughout the year. We’d also like to thank the University for giving us this opportunity to bring Raise and Give week back to its roots, raising money and bringing back that sense of community on campus. I’m also delighted that our student owned services on campus helped out in the fundraising efforts with a great initiative by donating the proceeds of a levy on single use coffee cups, which further demonstrates our commitment to sustainability."

SU Vice-President for the Irish Language Officer Faye Ní Dhomhnaill added: “In what has been a stressful year with the continued cost of living crisis it’s great that the students and staff of University of Galway have put such a huge effort in to raising funds to help others. We are delighted to be presenting €53,275 to these two amazing charities who do so much for those in need. To have raised so much is a great achievement for all involved.”

Pictured (L to R): Susan Costello (Galway Rape Crisis Centre), Izzy Tiernan, Raimey O’Boyle & Faye Ní Dhomhnaill (University of Galway Students’ Union), Noelle McNamara (Sult), Dean Kenny (University of Galway Students’ Union), David O’Donnell and Richard Flaherty (Cancer Care West)

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