A Donegal man is urging the people of the county to help Cystic Fibrosis Ireland meet its fundraising target of €300,000 during next week’s ‘65 Roses Day’.
This year’s event will take place on Friday, April 11.
Volunteers across the country will be selling purple roses to support CFI, in Dunnes Stores branches, shopping centres and other participating outlets, including:
- Dunnes Stores, Forte Shopping Centre, Letterkenny
- Old Dunnes Stores, Letterkenny
Encouraging people in Donegal to go out and support Cystic Fibrosis Ireland on 65 Roses Day this year is Marc McCarron from Letterkenny.
“Having Cystic Fibrosis brings with it challenges that I don’t think people quite understand,” he said.
“I work full time, I live independently, and life is busy. But in everything I do, CF is a constant consideration and CFI are always on hand for advice or support as needed.
“So I’m asking everyone in the county to dig deep and give generously on 65 Roses Day to help CFI continue to provide supports to all the families impacted by CF in Ireland.”
The name of the annual fundraising campaign, 65 Roses Day, stems from how young children often pronounce “Cystic Fibrosis”.
People in Donegal can get involved this 65 Roses Day by donating online at 65roses.ie or purchasing a purple rose in Dunnes Stores and other participating outlets throughout the country.
Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. With 33 new cases of CF diagnosed in Ireland each year, Ireland has the highest incidence and some of the most severe types of CF in the world. Due to recent advancements in treatment and care, now more than 1,400 people are living with CF and the number is increasing.
However, a recent survey conducted by CFI has shown that despite these recent advancements, significant challenges from accessing medication to obtaining financial products such as insurance, still exist for people living with the condition in Ireland.
The much-needed funds raised on 65 Roses Day will help provide supports to answer these challenges including services such as financial assistance and grants, a listening service, and advocacy efforts to empower and support people living with CF and their families. Funds raised will also allow CFI to invest in CF related research, specialist CF clinical teams and services to improve care for those living with CF and ultimately find a cure.
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