The Limerick Privilege to be launched this November

Having been adapted and endorsed by a council meeting on 28^th September last, The Limerick Privilege is to be officially launched on Friday 6^th November in Thomond Park. 

The scheme introduced by Limerick Volunteer Centre is being rolled out in association with Limerick City & County Council, The Limerick Leader and Limerick Live 95FM. It will reward community and voluntary volunteers with a range of discounts and special offers from businesses right across the city and county.   Limerick Volunteer Centre Coordinator Paul Moriarty said: “I am delighted at the unanimous decision of the councillors to support the scheme.“

He added. “This is the first time that a civic exercise like this is taking place, where a local authority is teaming up with a local volunteer centre and local media to recognise and award the citizens in its own jurisdiction. I think it’s brilliant. I am thrilled.”  

The conference itself is a must for Limerick’s community and voluntary sector. The line up includes;

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Ms. Nina Arwitz – CEO Volunteer Ireland

Nina will show how putting Volunteers at the centre can offer surprising and rewarding potential for your organisations.

Ms Sheila Nordan Executive Director – Irish Charities Tax Research

After a turbulent time for Irish Charities, the future looks much brighter because of effective charity regulation.  But it is vital to keep abreast of legislation so that we can continue to fundraise and apply for grants.    ICTR promotes high standards among charities to ensure public confidence whilst providing practical supports for charities to achieve them.

Mr Conn Murray Chief Executive – Limerick City and County Council

A new local authority and a new relationship with Limerick’s Community and Voluntary Sector.   What does it all mean for our local community and voluntary groups?

A Series of Practical Workshops Includes: 

* Overcoming the challenges of Rural Volunteering

 Mr. John Curran  –  Manager, Donegal Volunteer Centre

* Involving People Recovering from Mental Ill-Health in your Organisation 

Ms Virginia Moyles   –  Placement Officer, Galway Volunteer Centre

* How to attract Corporate Social Responsibility funding to your Group/Project

Mr. Colm O’Brien –  Entrepreneur, Author and CEO of Carambola Kidz

This event is a must for anybody operating in the local community and voluntary sector. But tickets are limited. Anyone interested in attending should log on to the Volunteer Limerick website below and book immediately or phone 087 7387481.

Any businesses interested in getting involved can log on to the Volunteer Limerick website below to fill in their offer, or phone 087 738 7481

Limerick Volunteer Centre provides a volunteer matching and support service for both volunteers and community and voluntary organisations in County Limerick.  Supported by Community, Equality and Gaeltacht Affairs, the Limerick Volunteer Centre is a member of Volunteer Centres Ireland (VCI).

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