Locals hand over cheque to Make a Wish

Clann na Banna Chairman Martin Nelson presented Gail McKee from Make-A-Wish with a cheque for 1120.

Clann na Banna PRO Barry McConville spoke a little about Clann na Banna’s association with Make-A-Wish. “The Make-A-Wish Foundation receive no government funding or lottery grants, they rely solely on the generosity and support of the public.

“Over a 1000 seriously ill children turn to Make-A-Wish each year for help. They provide a valuable service to critically ill children, granting them wishes and literally making the dreams of these very ill kids come true.

“On the night it was the lads who got into the ring from our own club and the other clubs in the area, who put the work in for Make-A-Wish. They deserve the credit for this fundraising effort.

“When spoke to one of the lads after the night and asked him if it hurt he simply replied that it was nothing compared to what some of the Make-A-Wish kids have to go through. I think it just sums up the thoughts of all involved in the night.”