Giving Tree Initiative

This week, Genevieve Rose and Jim from our Southern Region office had the privilege of delivering the collection of toys, books, teddies, and vouchers donated to our Giving Tree to the wonderful staff at CUH Charity. 🎁

They were warmly welcomed by Rachel Griffin, Play Specialist, Claire Concannon from the CUH Charity and the fantastic nursing staff of the CUH Children’s Ward, who work tirelessly to care for sick children.

Our Giving Tree was a huge success, with over 80 gifts donated. These presents will bring joy to children spending Christmas in the hospital and will also be used to celebrate special occasions like birthdays and communions throughout the year.

Thank you to everyone who contributed so generously.

Run in the Dark

Our Cork and Limerick teams joined over 3,000 runners in Cork City and 25,000 participants globally for Wednesday night’s ‘Run in the Dark’ event. We were delighted to participate in the event dedicated to curing paralysis within our lifetime.

Thank you to everyone who participated and the supporters cheering them on along the route!

RMHC Fire Truck Challenge

Friday was full of excitement as our team worked together to pull a 16-tonne vintage fire truck across the finish line at the RMHC Ireland Vintage Fire Truck Challenge!

PJ Hegarty was the proud sponsor of the event, and we truly embraced the motto – Together We Can Pull Through Anything!

Donations are still open to support this worthy cause: https://www.rmhc.ie/fundraising-events/vintage-fire-truck-pull-for-rmhc-ireland

Pieta – Know the Signs

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, Pieta House gave an informative talk to our team about suicide prevention.

The session provided vital insights into the risk factors and myths surrounding suicide, along with practical tips on how to recognise warning signs in those who may be struggling. Pieta also guided our team on how to offer support and encourage professional help for anyone in need.

We all play a role in supporting mental health and breaking the stigma, and we are proud to support Pieta in the vital work they do year-round.

Lighthouse Club Summer Lunch

Our team had the pleasure of attending the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity Summer Lunch on Friday in the Mansion House, Dublin. This prestigious annual event brings together over 400 industry professionals to support mental health initiatives.

PJ Hegarty is a proud supporter of the Lighthouse Club which provides emotional, physical and financial wellbeing support to the construction community and their families. We look forward to welcoming the MakeItVisible team to our Waterfront site this Friday.

 

lighthouse club lunch

 

Biodiversity Webinar

To kick off National Biodiversity Week 2024, we held a webinar hosted by Professor Jane Stout, Vice President for Biodiversity and Climate Action at Trinity College Dublin.

During the webinar, Professor Stout shared valuable information about biodiversity loss and its drivers, as well as insights on how we can positively impact local and national biodiversity.

National Biodiversity Week is about connecting us with nature, communicating the importance of biodiversity and providing motivation to play our part in protecting it. Learn more at www.biodiversityweek.ie

biodiversity webinar

 

Ronald McDonald Cooking for Families

Our team of eight volunteers participated in the RMHC Ireland Cooking for Families programme yesterday! The team rolled up their sleeves and cooked up a storm to bring some home-cooked comfort to families staying in the Ronald McDonald House in Crumlin.

Ronald McDonald House Charities support families whose children are seriously ill in hospital and the house provides accommodation and a caring and supportive environment. To sign up to the Cooking for Families programme or to donate to this worth cause, go to www.rmhc.ie

 

Savills Annual Charity Challenge

Well done to our team and everyone who participated in the Savills Ireland Annual Charity Challenge spinathon on Thursday in support of The Crann Centre.

We were delighted to be back in one of our landmark projects in Cork, Penrose Dock, and participate alongside 19 other motivated teams ready to cycle tirelessly for this worthy cause. The Crann Centre is an excellence organisation who provide life-long solutions for adults, children & families living with neuro-physical disabilities in Munster. To learn more about their work or to donate, click here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/savills-cork-crann

Thank you to our participating team members and the team from Savills and Revelate Fitness for organising a fantastic event.

 

 

 

The Domino’s Amazing Race for Barretstown

As the Barretstown motto goes, our team had #SeriousFun taking part in The Domino’s Amazing Race! Getting involved in climbing activities, canoeing, archery and more, our team enjoyed competing against other companies in this action-packed event.

Barretstown is an amazing charity who offer free, specially designed camps and programmes for children and their families living with a serious illness who are supported behind the scenes by 24 hour on site medical and nursing care. For more information on Barretstown or to make a donation, check out their website: https://barretstown.org/

Peter McVerry Trust Cycle 2023

The PJ Hegarty Cycling Club was proud to participate in the annual Peter McVerry Trust Cycle last weekend. Despite unforgiving and challenging weather conditions on the day, the team completed the cycle of the Leopardstown Loop through the Wicklow Way.

We are proud to be sponsors for one of the most important fundraising event for this charity. Funds raised will help Peter McVerry Trust continue to deliver crucial support and services to those impacted by homelessness who need help the most in communities across Ireland.

To learn more about the Peter McVerry Trust or make a donation click here: https://pmvtrust.ie/