On Friday the 30th of April Kinsale Community School had an odd sock day in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland. The idea arose from my camogie club (Sliabh Rua) who were doing similar fundraising events for the same cause.  Times have been tough for charities such as Down Syndrome Ireland in these unprecedented times, so our club decided to host a fundraiser to give something back. We held many events to raise awareness for Down Syndrome Ireland including a 24-hour online mission and virtually walking along the world’s longest national highway in Canada. As I was on the fundraising committee, I inputted the idea of hosting a fundraiser at the school, an odd sock day!

And what a success it was! On April 30th there was not a true pair of socks in sight. As for the minor few who ‘forgot’, they made sure to pay an extra euro or so for their sins.

With the help of Mr. Wilson, the Student Council members and many… many transition years over €800 was raised for Down Syndrome Ireland! I was absolutely thrilled with this sum of money from the school, but honestly not surprised as I was blessed to host the fundraiser in such a kind accommodating school like KCS.

The money raised will help Down Syndrome Ireland continue providing essential services, programmes and supports to the charity's members and their families across the country.

Kate Redmond