At this time of year we often get calls from people who want to do something for the homeless on Christmas Day. The reality is that we have limited options available for them. The reason for this is that the charities who work with the homeless in Sligo have year-round volunteers who stay involved over Christmas. [...]
Sligo County Council Cathaoirleach’s Awards were recently launched in County Hall. The Awards scheme was introduced to honour people who have given special, voluntary service to their community. The Award categories are: Arts & Culture Young Enterprise of Sligo Award Sports Schools – Group/Class Each category winner will be awarded with a specially commissioned presentation piece [...]
An exciting new programme to encourage particularly older people to go along to the theatre and have a ready made social network to go with! Open day on 3rd October 11am-2pm in the Hawkswell to find out more.
Nominations are now open for the Volunteer Ireland Awards. There are 10 categories that you can nominate people in and there is a special commendation for Volunteer Manager of the Year as well. Everyone who is nominated gets an acknowledgement card from Volunteer Ireland. It is simple to nominate - come on Sligo - lets get some nominations in.
We were delighted to be part of Tubbercurry Old Fair Day for a 3rd year running. We had a great day chatting to locals and visitors alike. Tubbercurry Old Fair Day is such a positive example of community volunteerism in action and it is a great day out for the whole family.
Working with volunteers can present certain challenges. It is human nature to want to put if off in the hope that it will sort itself out! Addressing difficulties as early as possible will help to avoid an escalation that will demand more of your valuable time. This workshop will give you the skills and confidence to face these situations.
