The Autumn 2013 edition of “Friends of St. Vincent’s” has just been issued. As always it is full of wonderful stories and examples of support for St. Vincent’s.
Please go to “About Us” section of the website and under “Newsletters” to read the full content.
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For many years the Medical Students in U.C.D. have organised a major fundraising day. This year it takes place on Friday October 11th. Brightly clad students will be collecting around Dublin for a variety of good causes including St. Vincent’s Foundation.
As well as their famous Bucket Collection, donors can support by going to their MyCharity fundraising page at http://www.mycharity.ie/event/ucd_med_day/.
The Hell and Back Titan 2013 challenge takes place on Sunday 3rd November 2013 in Killruddery Estate, Bray, Co. Wicklow. We already have some courageous volunteers taking part to fundraise for St. Vincent’s.
This 13km event is specifically designed and created by outdoor specialists to test your physical and mental boundaries to the limit.
For more details and to enter see www.hellandback.ie
Take part in Ireland’s toughest mental and physical endurance challenge, and raise money for your chosen cause in St. Vincent’s. Contact us on 01-2215065 for a sponsorship pack.
Through the generosity of donors, St. Vincent’s Foundation were delighted to support Tony Gartland from County Carlow in this year’s World Transplant Games, which took place in Durban, South Africa July 28th – Aug 4th.
Tony was the first person in Ireland to undergo a liver transplant in St. Vincent’s 20 years ago. Coincidentally Tony was also the first Irish medal winner in this year’s World Transplant Games, winning four medals in total.
A number of liver transplant recipients who have joined the Irish team since Tony’s involvement have cited his achievements as part of their inspiration to get involved. The longevity of Tony’s transplant and his continued success at European and World Transplant Games is a point of pride for the staff of the Liver Unit here in St. Vincent’s. Ireland had 27 athletes competing in the World Transplant Games, of which four had liver transplants. Tony recently called in with his medals (see photos).
Some excerpts below from Tony’s report on his pioneering operation and his involvement capture the success perfectly:
“Twenty years ago, January 1993 to be exact, I underwent a liver transplant operation in St.Bridget’s Ward. This was the first such medical procedure to be carried out in Ireland and it is testimony to the expertise and care of all the staff there as it was a 100% success and I have enjoyed a fantastic quality of life through all the years subsequently.”
“Recently in July 2013, I travelled with the Irish team to Durban, South Africa. Over 50 countries participated and it was an incredibly uplifting experience to compete with and against so many fellow organ recipients from around the globe. Quite frankly I found the whole week in Durban intoxicating.”
“When we arrived back in Dublin we were given tremendous media exposure which all helps to bring the whole issue of organ donation to the forefront of public discourse.”
On August 16th, our great supporter, Jillian McNulty and her family organised a fundraising event, including “Shave & Wax” in Longford.
Through this she raised a total of €2,270 – contributing €1,135 to enhancing care for C.F. patients in St. Vincent’s Hospital. Our sincere thanks to all concerned.
Gerry Flaherty from Claregalway recently ran a Golf Classic in support of the Liver Unit in St. Vincent’s, raising a terrific sum of almost €1,400.
Gerry, his wife Patricia and daughter Saranne have been consistent supporters of St. Vincent’s. Saranne previously raised a substantial sum for the Liver Unit, where she herself had been a patient.
We are really grateful to the Flaherty family and all who supported this Golf event.
No festive season would be complete without a raffle or other fundraiser by Christine Kearney. Christine planned for this Easter over many months, gathering and creating great prizes. With a wonderful display of delights and with Easter bunnies (Christine, her friend Catherine and daughter Katie) selling tickets, the draw was a great success raising €1,525.00 for Breast Cancer research and care. It also generated a terrific environment in the hospital aided by a mystery Easter egg hunt.
Our great benefactor Hazel Brack has organised a Benefit Night for Cancer Care in St. Vincent’s in the Sallynoggin Inn on Saturday 13th April 2013.
Tickets and further details available from Hazel Brack on 086-1663294
Our thanks to all who took part in the 2013 Flora Women’s Mini Marathon on 3rd June last for St. Vincent’s.
Sponsorship proceeds are now coming in and we will update you shortly.
If you have any photos from the day, we look forward to hearing from you.
The Wicklow Federation of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association again fundraised for St. Vincent’s. They organised a sponsored walk and the proceeds totalling almost €1,400 have been directed to Breast Cancer Research here in St. Vincent’s. They previously raised €1,400 in 2009 for the same cause. Also, recently the Donard Guild donated €100 from a sponsored walk. Our thanks to all involved for their time and effort and for their continued support for this most worthy cause.
