The Directors of Donegal Town Community Chamber CLG have revealed their big wish for Christmas 2021 – to make the town sparkle.
A fundraising campaign is underway to ensure the Annual Christmas Lights Display will shine bright again this year.
The committee is taking a different direction this year due to Covid-19.
“In previous years we relied heavily on funding from Donegal County Council and generous donations from our Business and Community Organisations; however due to Covid -19 and the hardship this has caused to the economy of the Town we felt it would be insensitive of us to request contributions in 2021,” they said.
Ernan Mc Gettigan Chairperson Donegal Town Christmas Lights Committee said “We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our Elected Members, Donegal County Council, Roads Engineer Mark Sweeney for their continued support and we have requested that they increase their yearly contribution from €6000.00 to €12000.00 which would be allocated from parking reserves revenue collected in Donegal Town.”
“To make up the shortfall and alleviate any monetary pressure on local Business and Community Groups we are asking the public to make a contribution large or small to guarantee that Donegal Town will continue to be one of the most CHRISTMASSY TOWNS in the Northwest.”
To donate, please visit www.gofundme.com/donegal-town-christmas-lights-2021
