ABC Lord Mayor 'privileged' to announce chosen charities for the year ahead
The Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Councillor Mary O’Dowd said she feels “privileged” to support her two chosen charities for the year ahead.
Cllr O’Dowd has announced that throughout her term in office, she lead a range of fundraising activities in support of PIPS Hope and Support and Parkinson’s UK Armagh Support Group.
As well as raising much-needed funds for these important local organisations, Cllr O’Dowd hopes to highlight the work of the charities and raise awareness.
The announcement recognises the invaluable contribution both organisations make to communities across the borough.
Through its dedication to suicide prevention, crisis intervention and bereavement support, PIPS Hope and Support provides a lifeline to individuals and families during times of crisis. The Parkinson’s UK Armagh Support Group offers friendship, understanding and practical support to people living with Parkinson’s, as well as their families and carers.
Together, they deliver vital services that help local people navigate some of life’s most difficult challenges and ensure that support, connection and hope remain close to home.
Cllr O’Dowd said: “It is a real privilege to support two local charities that play such an important role in our borough and have such a profound effect on our residents’ lives.
"From promoting positive mental health and suicide prevention to providing care, friendship and advocacy for those living with Parkinson’s, these charities make a profound difference to the lives of people every day.
"I look forward to working closely with both organisations to help raise awareness of their vital work, support fundraising efforts and ensure more residents across our borough know where they can turn for support.”
Representatives from the charities recently met with the Lord Mayor to discuss the impact of their work and explore opportunities to raise funds, increase awareness and strengthen the network of support available throughout the borough of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon.
Seamus McCabe MBE, Chief Executive Officer at PIPS Hope and Support commented: “We are truly honoured to have been chosen as one of the Lord Mayor's chosen charities for the year ahead.
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"This partnership will not only raise vital funds but will also increase awareness of mental health and suicide prevention across our borough. Support from the Lord Mayor will help us respond to increasing demand, ensuring more people can access compassionate, timely mental health and suicide prevention support.
"Together, we can ensure that more people know they don't have to face their struggles alone and that help, hope and support are always available.”
Thanking the Lord Mayor for selecting the Parkinson’s UK Armagh Support Group as one of her chosen charities, the organisation’s Chair Robert Jennet commented: “We look forward to working with the Lord Mayor to help raise awareness of Parkinson’s across our borough while also highlighting and supporting the vital work the support group does for local people living with the condition and their families.
To find out more about the Lord Mayor’s chosen charities, upcoming fundraising events, or how to make a donation, please contact the Lord Mayor’s Office on 0330 0561 030 or [email protected].