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Fighting Blindness Newsletter

April 2010

Greetings!

We hope that the longer days will inspire you to get out and support Fighting Blindness--whether trekking to Everest, joining Team FB at the Dublin Mini Marathon or hosting a church gate collection.


Everything you do helps us continue to fund world-leading research into treatments and cures for blindness. Get in touch with us any time to chat about new ways for you to get involved. Thank you for your constant support!


Kind regards,
The Fighting Blindness Team


Member's Social 2010

Member's Social 2010Our Member's Social was a great success with around 120 people attending on a beautiful Dublin afternoon.


The crowd was entertained by a song, a story and a bit of chat with friends old and new. Thank you to everyone that attended and to all that helped make the event a great success.

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Anne Byrne Memorial Award

Anne Byrne Memorial Award TrophyThe Anne Byrne Memorial Award is named in honour of one of our founding members. Each year, the award will be given to a member that demonstrates outstanding dedication to the organisation.

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Supporter Spotlight

Dolores Leavey

Dolores Leavey receives the first Anne Byrne Memorial Award from Gay ByrneAs the first recipient of the Anne Byrne Memorial Award, Dolores represents the kind of dedication to counselling people with visual impairments that epitomised Anne's many years with Fighting Blindness.


For 12 years, Dolores has volunteered her time by providing counselling for patients at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear and Matter Hospitals. 

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Get Active this Year


Global Treks BrochureOur fundraising team is hard at work planning exciting challenges to suit all tastes. We've listened to you and brought you a roster of great events this year including new Active Challenges.

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Our Global Challenges now include cycles and open trips throughout Europe so that you can find the best trek for you! Read more...

Our Mini Marathon Marvel

Elain Leinaweaver at the Mini MarathonElaine Leinaweaver, Head of Fundraising, laces up this year for her 5th Dublin Women's Mini Marathon.


Will you join her? Here are Elaine's tips for Mini Marathon success. Read more...
Choose Your Adventure Today!

Fighting Blindness logoDublin Mini Marathon

June 7, 2010

Calling all ladies: we want you for the Dublin Mini Marathon!

A great team is forming already, but we need you! Join Fighting Blindness staff and women from across the country running, walking and jogging to support our work. Don't delay, registration closes in a few weeks!

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EverestEverest Base Camp

Oct 20-Nov 6, 2010

Follow in the footsteps of greatness and trek through the Himalayas to Everest Base Camp - 5,545m above sea level! Last year, our extraordinary group of 18 trekkers raised over €94,000 for Fighting Blindness research. You can take the trip of a lifetime by signing up for Everest Base Camp today! Read more...

 

Mourne Challenge 2010Mourne Mountain Challenge

Sept 11-12, 2010

Back by popular demand, we're sending teams to the North's highest peak for a weekend full of mental and physical team challenges. Runners and walkers of all physical ability are invited to join us. You'll summit Slieve Donnard (850m) and will enjoy great company at our Saturday night BBQ.

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tandem cyclistsEuro Cities Cycle

March 21-27, 2011

See 3 countries in 7 days on 2 wheels! After the great success of our first cycle challenge, we're excited to offer you a gorgeous cycle from Amsterdam to Paris, via Brussels. Tandem bikes are available for cyclists with visual impairments.

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hiking bootsWe're here to help!

If you're looking for training or fundraising advice, give us a ring!


You can also join us on our monthly training walks in Wicklow. Read more...

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In This Issue
Member's Social 2010
Anne Byrne Memorial Award
Supporter Spotlight
Get Active this Year
Our Mini Marathon Marvel
FB Challenges 2010-2011
Join Our Mailing List
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Don't let your money go to waste!

If you are a PAYE tax payer, a once-off donation of €250 or monthly gifts over €21 qualifies for tax relief.


This means that your gift could be worth up to an extra 70% to Fighting Blindness at no extra cost to you.


Contact us right away for more information about how you can stretch your Euro for Fighting Blindness. Read more...

Vision Week 2010

VISPA is launching the first National Vision Awareness Week from May 9-15. The week will highlight the importance good eye health. Lots of exciting plans are underway, so watch this space for more details.


Don't miss Sight Village, a showcase of technology for people with visual impairments.

  • Cork: May 11-12, Oriel Hotel
  • Dublin: May 14-15, Burlington Hotel
VISPA is the Vision Impaired Service Providers Alliance. Members include Fighting Blindness, NCBI, St Josesphs and Irish Guide Dogs.

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We're looking for stories of our supporters. If you are interested in sharing a personal story about your eye condition or about a recent fundraising success, get in touch with us today.


Your story could help inspire others!

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For you support, we're offering a chance to get a free car check at Halfords after our long, hard winter!
Find the Halfords nearest you.

Stop into your local Halfords for a free check of coolant, oil, wipers, lights, screen wash and battery

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