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Children’s Grief Centre pre-loved clothing sale takes place on Saturday, March 29

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Children’s Grief Centre are looking forward to opening its doors to the public for an exciting pre-loved clothing sale fundraising event

The Children’s Grief Centre launched its first pre-loved clothing sale, taking place at the centre on Saturday, March 29th from 10-3 pm

Children’s Grief Centre had it’s official opening on September 12th, 2023. Picture: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick clothing sale
Children’s Grief Centre had its official opening on September 12th, 2023. Picture: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick

The team at the Children’s Grief Centre are looking forward to opening its doors to the public for this exciting fundraising event being held at the charity’s premises on O’Connell Ave, Limerick.

Organisers Carol Fitz-Gough, Fundraising & Events Coordinator of the Children’s Grief Centre and Ambassador Olive Foley said they are amazed at the amount of incredible ladies clothing donated in support of this event.

Olve Foley said, “We are excited to welcome the public to our first pre-loved clothing sale, a day dedicated to shopping and raising awareness about the vital work we do at the Children’s Grief Centre. All proceeds from this event will directly support the hundreds of children and families who rely on our services each year.”


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CEO Mairead O’Keeffe explained, “As demand for the centre is ever-increasing, fundraising events are vital in supporting our work with bereaved children and their families.” Admission is free with tea, coffee, and light refreshments complimentary on the day. Fabulous spot prizes to be won.

The Children’s Grief Centre was founded in 2009 by, Sister Helen Culhane, together with a support group of professionals. As a Sister of Mercy. a qualified social worker and psychotherapist, Helen worked with people who were struggling with issues relating to death, bereavement and palliative care. This included time spent at Milford Care Centre.

Helen’s experience meant she developed a clear understanding of the needs of children and young people who were experiencing loss. She recognised that there was a lack of services and support for children and young people who were affected by the death of a loved one. Helen also saw there was an increasing need for support of children and young people who suffer loss due to separation or divorce of parents.

Helen’s vision was that the Centre would provide children and young people with a listening ear.

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