Muck'in Macra Queen
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Muck'in Macra Queen
Since winning the Macra na Feirme 'Queen of the Land 2016' last November, I have aimed to fundraise for two charities that unfortunately my family and friends have become all too aware of; The Irish Kidney Association & The Irish Cancer Society.
In 2012, I was diagnosed with Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency or 'Alpha-1' for short is a genetic condition where I dont produce any the alpha-1 protein which is normally made in the liver. It is this protein that is reponsible for protecting the lungs form infection. For this reason I have chosen to fundraise for the Irish Kidney Association. From traveling to and from Beaumont to the Alpha-1 clinic and seeing first hand the trojan work they do for patients waiting for transplant is remarkable. So besides fundraising for two incredible charities, I aim to raise awareness of the importance of carrying an Organ Donor Card. Which the Irish Kidney Assocation have kindly provided me with should anyone wish to take.
The Irish Kidney Association
The Irish Kidney Association
How your donation will help?
- Transplant patient support.
- Organ donor card awareness and distribution.
- Transplant patient counselling.
- Patient rehabilitation.
- Resourses on treatment, travel to hospitals and other expenses.
- Dialysis patient support.
- Patient Aid; Financial support for patients undergoing treatment.
- Renal Support Centre accommadation for patients and their families travelling long distances for treatment to Beaumont Hospital.
The Irish Cancer Society
The Irish Cancer Society
How donations will help?
- Cancer Research.
- Resources for both people living with and after cancer as well as support for their families.
- Up to date resources and publications.
- Tailored support for children with cancer.
- A free-phone Cancer nurseline Moday to Friday.
- Community support groups.
- Night nurse services.
- Awareness campaigns and information on how to reduce your risk.
Both charities have been notified of the fundraiser and the total sum of donations will be equally split in half at the end of my fundraising campagin on 28th October.
My challenge is to take on the October Mudfest in Ballinalee, Co.Longford on the 28th October. In which I will put the sash to the test over the muddiest obstacles I can find!
Since winning the Macra na Feirme 'Queen of the Land 2016' last November, I have aimed to fundraise for two charities that unfortunately my family and friends have become all too aware of; The Irish Kidney Association & The Irish Cancer Society.
In 2012, I was diagnosed with Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency or 'Alpha-1' for short is a genetic condition where I dont produce any the alpha-1 protein which is normally made in the liver. It is this protein that is reponsible for protecting the lungs form infection. For this reason I have chosen to fundraise for the Irish Kidney Association. From traveling to and from Beaumont to the Alpha-1 clinic and seeing first hand the trojan work they do for patients waiting for transplant is remarkable. So besides fundraising for two incredible charities, I aim to raise awareness of the importance of carrying an Organ Donor Card. Which the Irish Kidney Assocation have kindly provided me with should anyone wish to take.
The Irish Kidney Association
The Irish Kidney Association
How your donation will help?
- Transplant patient support.
- Organ donor card awareness and distribution.
- Transplant patient counselling.
- Patient rehabilitation.
- Resourses on treatment, travel to hospitals and other expenses.
- Dialysis patient support.
- Patient Aid; Financial support for patients undergoing treatment.
- Renal Support Centre accommadation for patients and their families travelling long distances for treatment to Beaumont Hospital.
The Irish Cancer Society
The Irish Cancer Society
How donations will help?
- Cancer Research.
- Resources for both people living with and after cancer as well as support for their families.
- Up to date resources and publications.
- Tailored support for children with cancer.
- A free-phone Cancer nurseline Moday to Friday.
- Community support groups.
- Night nurse services.
- Awareness campaigns and information on how to reduce your risk.
Both charities have been notified of the fundraiser and the total sum of donations will be equally split in half at the end of my fundraising campagin on 28th October.
My challenge is to take on the October Mudfest in Ballinalee, Co.Longford on the 28th October. In which I will put the sash to the test over the muddiest obstacles I can find!
Organizer
Karen Elliffe
Organizer
