A special charity pop-up dress shop is coming to the Mountain View Markets on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th of September, with a heart-warming mission to support those most in need in Gaza. Shoppers will have the chance to pick out a pre-loved dress they love in exchange for a suggested donation, with lots of bargains to be found throughout the weekend.
The event promises not just great fashion finds, but also a chance to give back- with all proceeds going directly to Gaza Go Bragh, a dedicated group carrying out life-saving humanitarian work on the ground in Gaza. The organisation is led by Piaras O’Brien. In addition to the dress shop, there will be a big raffle taking place during the market with amazing prizes up for grabs, generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
Lots of beautiful dresses have already been kindly donated to the pop up shop but in order to make the event a huge success the organisers are calling on the community for more help: “We need your dresses!” say organisers Emma and Hazel Fahy. The sisters are Kilkenny natives who decided to do something proactive in response to the desperate need of charities like Gaza go Bragh to raise funds in order to continue the invaluable work they are doing. They continue, “If you have a pre-loved dress in good condition– something you think someone else would love – we’d be delighted to take it off your hands.”
Those interested in donating a dress or helping out can email emmafahy@gmail.com to arrange a collection. You can also contact them via Instagram @agrandlittlecountry.
Gaza go Bragh is a humanitarian organisation dedicated to providing critical support to displaced families in Gaza. Their focus is on delivering essential aid- water , food and shelter-swiftly and transparently to those most in need, especially in areas that have been abandoned or overlooked. The group are committed to alleviating suffering and empowering communities, with a vision to grow and support displaced Gazons as long as there is a need
Local shop owners are also encouraged to get involved, either by donating stock or raffle prizes. This is a brilliant opportunity to declutter your wardrobe, find a new favourite piece, and most importantly, support an urgent cause.
Mark your calendars for the 27th and 28th of September to ‘shop with purpose’ at the Mountain View Markets and help make a difference.
