Hi!

My name is Gemma, I'm 19, and a second year student of Food Science in UCD!

I am very motivated for this project, as the work done by Childline is something is something of vital importance for young children and teenagers in our country. Childline is a vital, free and confidential service. It is in great danger of being reduced. In order to continue running on a 24 hour basis, funding must be provided. In a country where the mental health of our youth is all too fragile, it is services like these that are crucial to support and develop.

From issues related to abuse, mental health, unplanned pregnancies to bereavement and stress - Childline is there to aid our young people. Even the smallest of donations can make a difference.

It could be you that has a little sister, brother, cousin, neighbour that might depend on that call to help them bring happiness back into their lives.

My plan is to involve as many schools as possible in the Lucan area in a fundraising day where everyone wears RED and donates one euro each! It's a simple community idea, but it gets the message out there that this service is available and is here to stay!

Thank you very much for visiting my page, and any donation you can make is greatly appreciated.