08.04.2014
Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Raises over €7,000 for Dublin Simon Community
Christ Church Cathedral in association with Young Hearts Run Free have donated over €7,000 to the Dublin Simon Community through its Dublin Outreach 2014 campaign to help alleviate difficulties faced by those experiencing homelessness, as part of its commitment to the organisation.
The donation is a result of a concert organised by Christ Church Cathedral, in association with Young Hearts Run Free and Note Productions, featuring a host of Irish and international musicians. It featured a stellar line–up including the great folk singer from Glasgow, Alasdair Roberts (Drag City), the legendary Dónal Lunny, Iarla Ó’Lionáird and emerging artists ANDERSON, NiamhMcCormackSings and Matthew Nolan (3Epkano). The special guest for the evening was the Canadian singer/songwriter, Spencer Krug.
“We were delighted to be able to support such a worthwhile cause,” Bernie Murphy, Managing Director of Christ Church Cathedral, said. “The Dublin Simon community are a very important charity and do such fantastic work in the homeless sector. It was a privilege to be a vital part of Simon fundraising endeavours for 2014.”
Sam McGuinness, from Dublin Simon Community, thanked everyone who attended, organised and participated in the concert, which took place on in the cathedral on New Year’s Eve. “Your support not only raises critical funds, it brings us together to help people who are homeless or at risk. With your help we can continue to provide services to those most in need and enable them to move to a place they can call home,” he said.
Photo caption: Managing Director of Christ Church Cathedral, Bernie Murphy and Chief Executive of Dublin Simon Community, Sam McGuinness.