Fundraiser Mega Draw hopes to raise €10,000 to support 200 counselling sessions.
Network Ireland Kilkenny has announced the launch of its online Mega Draw in aid of Teac Tom, its chosen charity partner for 2024.
Teac Tom provides mental health support and suicide intervention services across Kilkenny and Laois.
The top prize includes an overnight stay at the stylish Pembroke Kilkenny, with dinner, plus a day of luxurious pampering worth over €1,500 with a Kilkenny Gift Voucher for €200.
Tickets are available from €5 via the iDonate page. Organisers encourage people to purchase as many as possible to support their charity partners.
The pamper session kicks off with a 90-minute nutritional consultation with Beoga Nutrition, setting the winner up to nourish both body and mind. Followed by a rejuvenating Bio Penta Ultimate Facial at Mint Kilkenny, a hair consultation and restyle with Rustiq Salon and a makeup consultation with Ilona designed to enhance the winner’s natural beauty.
The experience continues with a style and colour consultation with Designer Threads, giving expert guidance on outfits and colour selections that complement their unique style and personality. Once the winner is red-carpet-ready, the moment will be captured forever with a personal photoshoot by Dominika Stoppa.
Network Ireland Kilkenny has launched its fundraiser Mega Draw in aid of Teac Tom, a mental health and suicide intervention charity. Pictured are Angela Hayes of Teac Tom and Anne Healy, President, Network Ireland Kilkenny with members of Network Ireland Kilkenny. The top prize includes an overnight stay in Kilkenny with a day of pampering worth over €1,500. Tickets (€5) are available from iDonate. https://www.idonate.ie/raffle/NetworkIrelandKilkennyDraw. Photograph: Patrick Browne
Anne Healy, President, Network Ireland Kilkenny,
“This fantastic prize is not just about fashion and looking your best, but also about embracing your individuality and feeling confident in your skin. It’s a reminder to prioritise self-care amid life’s demands. We hope everyone will buy tickets and help us support Teac Tom and the valuable work they do in the community. The more you buy, the more free tickets you receive! We have such amazing prizes; we invite you to spread the word by sharing the draw with your friends and family.”
Teac Tom was established in February 2014 by Angela Hayes. Angela tragically lost her son, Thomas aged 19, to suicide on the anniversary of his dad’s death, which was also from suicide. Overwhelmed by her grief, Angela became a community activist.
Angela explains, “I never want another family to go through the grief we suffered. That’s why I set up Teac Tom to ease the suffering within the community experienced by others in similar circumstances.”
Teac Tom offers a range of vital services to the community, including affordable and immediate face-to-face counselling, child and adolescent therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy in a safe and nurturing environment. It runs a 24-hour support line and offers informational talks at schools and corporate engagement.
“The fundraiser is a fantastic opportunity to partner with Network Ireland Kilkenny, not just to spread awareness but to let people know how to access support as well as raise vital funds to support Teac Tom. We aim to raise €10,000; this will support over 200 counselling sessions for those in need. It’s an incredible gift from Network Ireland Kilkenny.” Angela concluded.
Network Ireland Kilkenny’s fundraiser mega draw, in aid of Teac Tom, is now live on iDonate.
Along with the top prizes, an overnight pamper session worth €1,500, participants are in with a chance of winning tickets to the Abbey Theatre, vouchers for Thyme Restaurant, Athlone, Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny and Butterslip, on Kieran Street, Kilkenny. A wellness hamper from Sásta Skincare, Bó Bar Soap and Melt Away Your Day Candles, and a piece from Biddy’s Good Luck Horseshoes are also in the draw, plus Cloudforests trees planted along the Wild Atlantic Way, dedicated to your family, arranged by local solar PV company Solar Evolution.
Teac Tom (The Thomas Hayes Trust CLG) is a registered charity. For more information or to donate visit https://www.idonate.ie/raffle/NetworkIrelandKilkennyDraw
