WITH the easing of Covid restrictions, Limerick people are being encouraged to get back out to clubs, charities and voluntary organisations and “get stuck in again”.
The call came from Fine Gael councillor Sarah Kiely who considers volunteers the backbone of society.
And she set a good example by abseiling down the side of Thomond Park last September in aid of Down Syndrome Limerick (DSL).
Based in Castletroy and managed by parents on a voluntary basis, DSL supports over 150 children and adults with Down Syndrome.
“They do so much for so many,” the City East representative told the Limerick Post.
“Down Syndrome Limerick is no different and the valuable work they do is evident in their members and their families. The impact they make in real terms is staggering.”
The fundraising abseil was a roaring success for the charity with more than €60,000 raised. The abseilers were made up of parents to children with Downs Syndrome, relatives, friends, supporters of the charity and corporate sponsors.
“Due to the ongoing issues around Covid, most charities have had very limited opportunity to fundraise, and this has left its mark. The support the charity has now received because of the abseil will make a really big difference,” Cllr Kiely explained.
“With the restrictions being hopefully lifted very soon I would like to urge people to get back out to clubs, charities, and voluntary organisations and get stuck in again.”
Cllr Kiely sees it as very satisfying to volunteer and make a difference with your time.
“It’s not all about money, time is often more valuable to a charity. It is also a great social activity, so it is a win-win situation.”
