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Mission Statement

Focus Ireland are driven by the fundamental belief that homelessness is wrong. They work with people who need support to avoid becoming homeless and who need help to end their experience of homelessness and move into a safe and secure home. From the very beginning, their work has been rooted in deep listening to people, learning about the problems and risks they face and pointing to where the solutions lie. 

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On Friday 13th October, I will Sleep Out Against Homelessness as part of Focus Ireland’s Shine A Light, proudly supported by Bord Gáis Energy. By sleeping out, I hope to raise awareness about homelessness and help raise vital funds to support homeless services.

In the Ireland of today, there is no place for the rampant homelessness that we have.

Homelessness is not just a statistic; it’s a heart-breaking reality for far too many people, families, and children who lack the basic security and comfort we can often take for granted. Some families can spend up to two years in a one-bedroom room in emergency accommodation, which has a significant impact on mental health, self-esteem, and child development.  

Focus Ireland are working hard to support those who need it most and help them on their journey out of homelessness and towards a better future. 

Please donate to our Shine A Light fundraising page and play your part in the fight to end homelessness. Every contribution makes a difference. 

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Thank you to our Sponsors

750

Michael & Deanna Furlong

Wonderful cause. My husband, Michael, volunteered every Saturday for 10 years at the Dublin homeless shelter operated by the Capuchin Order. Thanks for raising awareness around this terrible issue.

500

Paul Terry

250

Donal Terry

In support of the team doing this 365 to stem the tide and level the pitch, and my brother Paul, who is walking the walk, or sleeping the (no) sleep tonight.

220

Christoph Zeinecker

Paul! Thanks for pushing yourself out of the comfort zone to make a difference. I appreciate it Christoph

125

Pierre Lever

125

Fred Hagermark

Thanks Paul and Focus Ireland for bringing well needed awareness to something that should not have to exist.

125

Karim Iskandar

Good on you Paul. Great cause!

125

Eileen Slamon

Paul, Well done on taking up the challenge, hope it stays dry and mild

125

Rob Jinnett

Great Initiative Paul!

125

Helen

100

Martin & Jean Kelly

You are our HERO, Paul!

100

Jdh

Thanks Paul for doing this. It really makes a difference in raising awareness. /Jane

100

Tk

100

Barry, Eibhlin And The Girls

Thanks for doing this Paul. Great that you’re helping such a cause

100

Anthony Parslow

100

Ciaran Walker

100

Carol Melvin

Well done Paul!

50

Shane Banim

50

Jan De Haast

50

Liz Caughey

Well done everyone for highlighting this great cause.

50

Benno Groeneweg

50

Alex Thomas

50

Georgia Hornberger

50

Johan Sloos

50

Mark Furlong

Well done folks, great cause!

50

Tom Lyons

Absolutely a cause worth helping fund. Well done Paul.

25

Roberta Garziano

Well done, Paul - one of the most important causes in Ireland these days!

20

Gilles Cognard

Great cause Paul, well done!

20

Darina Kelly

Fair play Paul🙌

20

Philip Clarke

Well done PT. You consistently show up for others. Good luck on 13th and thank you.

20

Harry Farrell

20

Jim Joyce

20

Ivana Burianova

15

Mirte K

10

Ben Elson

10

Tone S

Paul, best of luck. Very important cause to raise awareness for!Tone

10

Mischa Jeurissen