We in Focus Ireland want to tell you about a very special little girl. Her name is Emma. She is only nine years old, but she has already spent one year and two months of her young life in homelessness. This will be the second Christmas that Emma and her family have had no place to call home. But she doesn’t know that yet. Emma is still hoping her wish for a home of her own will come true.
Focus Ireland is built on the kindness and generosity of people like you. That’s why we are hoping that you will be able to help us make Emma’s wish come true by organising a school fundraiser. It is easier than you think, but it means everything to those who need your support.
All the help you need
We’ll give you all the help you require when you sign up. And you don’t need to raise thousands to make a real difference. Every little bit of support is so valuable. Raising just €125 could help provide one week of training and educational supports for a young person.
The Journey Home is on Friday 13th December this year across the country (you can do it on a date that suits you also).
The Journey Home is where choirs and groups get together to sing their fav Christmas songs and carols in an effort to raise funds to support families, just like Emma’s.
Calling at your station
We are also inviting you to sing at one of our pre-arranged Iarnród Éireann Stations – Heuston Station (Dublin), Connolly Station (Dublin), Kilkenny Station (Kilkenny), Kent Station (Cork), Colbert Station (Limerick), or at an alternative location of your choosing. Get in touch here: events@focusireland.ie
This is the ideal opportunity for your school to raise funds to help families experiencing homelessness. Children, parents, and teachers get the opportunity to practice songs, tune into the joy of Christmas and share this joy in your own school or locality.
A sense of solidarity
Sing out of your comfort zone and into a deep sense of solidarity and community, whilst raising vital funds for Focus Ireland to continue its work towards ending homelessness.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our team at any time and we will support you.
