COPE Galway News

Read our latest news releases and statements.

For press enquiries and information on issues relating to homelessness, domestic abuse and supports for older people in Galway, please email Colette Coughlan at news@copegalway.ie.

  • 29 June 2022

    Family homelessness in Galway on the increase

    COPE Galway saw 24 additional families entering homelessness across Galway City and County in the first 5 months of 2022.

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  • 29 June 2022

    Family Homelessness in Galway on the Increase while 38% Vacancy Rate in Rental Sector Beyond Belief

    COPE Galway saw 24 additional families entering homelessness across Galway City and County in the first 5 months of 2022.

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  • 17 May 2022

    COPE Galway Holds Recognition Event During National Volunteer Week to Thank Volunteers

    Recognition event held during National Volunteering Week (16-22 May) to recognise the invaluable contribution made by the local charity’s ‘tribe’ of almost 200 volunteers.

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  • 28 April 2022

    ‘Safe Galway’s Safe Always’ Campaign to Engage Local Businesses and Organisations in Addressing Pandemic of Domestic Abuse

    New initiative by COPE Galway Domestic Abuse Service supported by An Garda Síochána, emphasises need for the entire community to be a safe space for women.

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  • 26 January 2022

    Local Business Leaders Raise €253,814 for COPE Galway Homeless Servive

    “Seeing these 50 Business Leaders come together and witnessing the encouragement of their friends, colleagues and family, really brought home the commitment and unity of our community in supporting our work and our clients.”

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  • 20 January 2022

    Thank You Galway Community 

    Our communities are much more than the place we live – they are our families, our friends, they offer a sense of belonging and support. In reflecting on a challenging 2021, COPE Galway’s CEO recognises the power of communities working together in protecting its most vulnerable citizens.

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  • 8 December 2021

    Registration Open for COPE Galway Christmas Swim 20-26 December

    Register for the annual COPE Galway Swim 20-26 December – swim any time, any place during Christmas week and help their services for homelessness, domestic abuse and senior support.

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  • 3 December 2021

    Níos mó ná 200 páiste chun an Nollaig a chaitheamh i Seirbhís COPE Gaillimh

    Níos mó ná 200 páiste chun an Nollaig a chaitheamh i Seirbhís COPE Gaillimh do Dhaoine gan Dídean agus Ceannairí Gnó ag ullmhú don Chodladh Amuigh Dé hAoine.

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  • 1 December 2021

    Business Leaders to Sleep Out as 200 Children Homeless

    Over 200 children spend their Christmas in emergency accommodation provided by COPE Galway’s Homeless Service as Business Leaders prepare for Sleep Out this Friday December 3.

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  • 25 November 2021

    COPE Galway Marks 16 Days of Action on Violence against Women

    COPE Galway Domestic Abuse Service invites you to ‘Carry the bag, share the load’ in support of women of all walks of life who experience domestic abuse.

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  • 18 November 2021

    Register Now for COPE Galway Christmas Swim

    Register online now! COPE Galway has launched their annual Christmas Swim, a hybrid event taking place during Christmas week from 20-26 December. It includes a “live event” on Christmas morning.

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  • 17 November 2021

    Record Number of Business Leaders to Sleep Out for COPE Galway

    Close to 50 business leaders have signed up to take part in COPE Galway’s Business Leaders’ Sleep Out, now in its 10th year. Each participant is running their own fundraising campaign and seeks your support to raise funds for COPE Galway’s homeless services.

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