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COPE Galway’s Family Service to receive Toy Show Funding

Local Children and Young People amongst over one million to benefit nationwide COPE Galway is one of over 170 organisations benefitting from the latest round of RTÉ Toy Show Grants, made possible by the generosity of the annual television spectacle. Community Foundation Ireland, which works to turn donations by viewers into actions on the ground that benefit children and their families, announced the grants […]

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group of employees from local business Stryve Secure standing outside COPE Galway Charity Shop in Newtownsmith wearing blue volunteer t-shirts.

Stryve Secure: Corporate Charity Partnership

Corporate, STORIES, Volunteer / By Gemma Ryan

Our partnership with local business Stryve Secure was an opportunity for their employees to combine skills-based volunteering, event participation, and hands-on support to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to the local community.

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Photo of woman in blue COPE Galway volunteer t-shirt standing in a doorway waving to someone beyond the camera

COPE Galway Honours more than 250 Volunteers at Special Recognition Event

NEWS, Volunteer / By Gemma Ryan

COPE Galway celebrates the extraordinary contribution of its volunteers this week at a special recognition event, as part of National Volunteering Week (18–24 May).

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Dr. Mike Ryan, Michael D. Higgins, former President of Ireland, and Mr. Michael Smyth.

Dr Michael Ryan warns against blaming society’s most vulnerable

NEWS / By Gemma Ryan

Former WHO leader praises community action and calls for stronger support for services at COPE Galway 60th anniversary event.

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Dr Michael Ryan to highlight inequality and community action – COPE Galway 60 event

NEWS, Posts / By Ellie

Dr Michael Ryan, former Deputy Director-General of the World Health Organisation, will today (Tuesday, 10 March) reflect on how societies respond to inequality and vulnerability when he delivers the keynote address at a special event marking 60 years of COPE Galway.

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COPE Galway CEO Michael Smyth, alongside 3 representatives from Columba’s Credit Union have launched a new €1.4 million Community Impact Loan Fund to help deliver housing and essential social services for people experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse and social isolation in Galway. The partnership uses community finance to deliver local impact. Pictured at the launch are (L–R): Colm Cleary, Chairperson, St. Columba's Credit Union, Michael Smyth, CEO, COPE Galway, Phil Grealish, Director, St. Columba's Credit Union and Cian Twomey, Vice Chairperson, St. Columba's Credit Union. Photo: Murtography

New Community Impact Loan Fund Aims to Unlock Stalled Social Support Projects in Galway

NEWS, Posts / By Gemma Ryan

COPE Galway and St Columba’s Credit Union (SCCU) are proud to announce the launch of a new €1.4 million Community Impact Loan Fund, a partnership designed to support the delivery of capital projects for people experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse and social isolation in Galway.

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Meet volunteer befriender, Mary

Our People, Senior Support, STORIES, Volunteer / By Gemma Ryan

Mary Delaney has been a volunteer befriender for COPE Galway since 2019. Mary is always cheerful and has a warm, welcoming smile. With her happy-go-lucky personality, Mary’s clients love to see her come through the door on her weekly visits.

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Meet Meals4Health Driver Team Lead, Gerry

Our People, Senior Support, STORIES / By Gemma Ryan

With a background in operations management and first-hand experience as a family carer, Gerry brings practical know-how and genuine care to his role.

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Meet The Bungalow Activities Coordinator, Sandra

Our People, Senior Support, STORIES / By Gemma Ryan

Sandra’s background in occupational therapy and her strong focus on community engagement has continued to shape The Bungalow’s activities around the needs and interests of the people who visit every day.

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Meet Osterley Lodge Project Worker, Kate

Homelessness, Our People, STORIES / By Gemma Ryan

When Kate started working at COPE Galway Osterely Lodge*, she quickly knew it was the right fit for her. She was drawn to supporting women in a meaningful way. For Kate and her colleagues, building trust from the outset is key.

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