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History
The Eilish Degnan Children's Foundation was set up by Gerald Degnan in memory of his mother a cancer victim who died in 2008. Unfortunately Gerald's father John also died from cancer in 2014. Gerald was the only child of Eilish and John Degnan and wanted to do something that would be a lasting memory to them.
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Aims of The Foundation
Through the inspirational spirit of Eilish Degnan this foundation was formed with clear and simple goals:
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“To raise funds to aid and help the children suffering from all forms of life limiting illness and their families. To give them a brief respite from the daily burden of this debilitating disease with day trips, holidays or even meet with their heroes… bringing a little happiness into their lives.”
We fundraise all year round to support our work in the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children. We run numerous fundraising events and we have our own shop in Kilroot Business park in Carrickfergus where we sell donated household furniture and bric-a-brac to raise funds for the foundation.
Latest News
Moy Park Belfast City Marathon 2025
Great bunch who have signed up for the 2025 Belfast city marathon relay to help raise much needed funds for the foundation.
Sponsorship forms and a Go fund me page will be on the go early in 2025.
Asda Foundation Grant for £748
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Many thanks to Sharon in Asda Dundonald for her help and support with the Asda foundation in helping the Eilish Degnan Childrens Foundation obtain a grant of £748.These funds will help our work to brighten the time ill children have to spend in The Royal Belfaat Hospital for Sick Children
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Upcoming Events
Throughout the year we run a number of events to fundraise for the foundation. If you would like to donate or attend an event, please contact us.
Contact Us
Address
Unit 3 Kilroot Business Park
Larne Road
Carrickfergus
BT38 7PR
Contact
Winter Opening Hours
Friday
9.000 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
Saturday
9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.