Welcome to the Friends of ALPS page, a dedicated space to celebrate and acknowledge the incredible individuals who champion our cause. Here, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful people who tirelessly support us in our vital work.
Whether through inspiring fundraising initiatives or by bravely undertaking challenges on our behalf, your commitment and generosity are the bedrock of our efforts to make a tangible difference.
Your unwavering support allows us to continue our mission, and we are profoundly grateful for every contribution, big or small, that helps us achieve our goals and positively impact lives across the country and beyond.
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Moyola Masterpieces
🔷First of the years Christmas themed events🔷
Massive thank you to Moyola Park Golf Club and especially to our dear friend and lady Captain Marcella McAuley who held a Moyola Masterpieces event and in doing so supported the work of Alps.
Some amazing paintings were created but most importantly people gathered to have a chat and paint. A great afternoon spent in beautiful surroundings with amazing people.
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Marcella raised a total of £614 on the night for ALPS.
Thank you Marcella for everything you continue to do in support us.
St Canice's GAC Dungiven
St. Canice’s GAC Well-Being Committee proudly presenting a cheque to ALPS of £3610 from funds raised during our highly successful Voices of Hope evening in support of suicide prevention.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the talented musicians who made the night such a memorable success, and to everyone who generously contributed.
We encourage all members of our community to familiarise themselves with the signs of suicide risk and learn how to offer support. The club will be hosting workshops on this vital topic — please get in touch if you would like to learn more.
McErlean Plastering
ALPS would like to thank McErlean Plastering for raising £1610 here's a message from Paul McErlean
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Dear Team and Supporters,
I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to our charity walk on Slieve Donard. Your dedication, effort, and commitment were truly outstanding and made this event a resounding success.
A huge thank you goes out to all the staff members who either helped organize the event or took part in the walk itself. This includes those who initially brought forward the idea, meticulously handled the extensive organization, diligently collected donations, and bravely completed the challenging walk. Your collective hard work and tireless efforts truly made a significant difference and were instrumental in the success of this important initiative.
I also extend a massive thank you to each and every person who generously donated to our cause. Your contributions are invaluable, and I am confident that you all agree this was for an incredibly worthy cause.
As many of you know, ALPS carries out brilliant and vital work in our community, providing essential support to individuals in need. We sincerely hope that the money raised from this event will significantly help people during critical times in their lives, enabling ALPS to continue their invaluable services.
Thank you once again for your incredible support and unwavering commitment to this important cause. Your participation and generosity are deeply appreciated.
Best regards,
Paul McErlean
DIESEL SAVERS & ANTRIM FC
We are profoundly grateful to the lads of Diesel Saver's and Antrim FC for their exceptional *efforts* and unwavering support for Alps. Their incredible feat of conquering Slieve Donard Mountain in County Down, barefoot and without shoes, in memory of their friend Jack on his first anniversary, is truly inspiring and a testament to their immense courage and dedication. This challenge raised over 12,000 for Alps and our work.
Beyond this remarkable physical challenge, we are also deeply indebted to them and everyone involved for their incredible fundraising efforts throughout the year.
The football club's dedication has resulted in a fantastic £1300 being raised in support of Alps through various activities.
This significant contribution from both them and the lads through their challenge and the club raised £13,300 and will undoubtedly make a substantial difference, we are truly thankful for all their support.
Lunch Club
On the 4th of May, the Lunch Club Goes running for Jack took part in the 2025 Belfast Marathon in memory of our good friend Jack, who they sadly lost to suicide last year. In his memory they plan to raise awareness of the support available to those struggling with mental wellbeing, especially in rural areas. With the help of Jack’s family, we have chosen to donate £13200 to ALPS (All Lives are Precious). ALPS are an established charity, working closely with Jack’s home village of Moneyglass and areas across the North of Ireland to raise awareness and provide life-saving resources to those in need. We thank Clare and all the team for this amazing fundraising efforts.
Sands Downpatrick
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We at ALPS are absolutely thrilled and deeply grateful to the incredible women of the SANDS group in Downpatrick for their outstanding support! Their recent coffee morning was a resounding success, not only in fostering community spirit but also in raising vital funds for both their own invaluable work and for ALPS. We want to extend our sincerest congratulations on their remarkable efforts.
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The SANDS group's coffee morning successfully raised a fantastic £1600.43, with half of this generous donation, £800.23, being contributed to ALPS. This incredible sum will significantly aid our ongoing initiatives and allow us to continue providing crucial services to our community.
The dedication and hard work demonstrated by the women of the SANDS group in organising such a successful event are truly inspiring. We are immensely thankful for their partnership and their unwavering support
Moyola Park's Lady Captain
Moyola Park's Golf Club Lady Captain Marcella McAuley was delighted to present us with a cheques from her recent fundraisers. We were delighted that Marcella choose us ALPS as her chosen Charity of the Year.
Through the generosity and support of their members and friends Marcella presented cheques for £2140 from her Lady Captains Day & a further £4200 from the Lady Captains Spring Concert.
This money will go towards the invaluable work we carry out in the community- promoting positive Mental Health, suicide prevention, and wellbeing support.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to these events. Together we make a difference
Ui Chaiside Family Slaughtneil
Ar na mallaibh, bhronn baill de chlann Uí Chaiside seic ar ALPs as deonacháin bailithe ag Siúlóid Dhomhnach na Slat níos luaithe i mbliana. Ár mórbhuíochas le gach duine a thug tacaíocht don imeacht seo.
Members of the Uí Chaiside family made a cheque presentations recently to ALPS with donations collected during the Palm Sunday Walk earlier this year. Thanks to everyone who supported this event.
Erins Own Cargin Dawn Walk
We want to send a massive thank you to our dear friends from Erin's Own Cargin club in County Antrim for their continued incredible support of ALPS and our work.
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​This May, the Cargin community and the GAA club came together to host a fantastic Dawn Walk. We were so touched to see everyone rally for this event, and thanks to their amazing efforts, they raised over £700 for ALPS
​Your dedication and community spirit truly inspire us. The funds raised will make a real difference in allowing us to continue our vital services.
Thank you, Cargin, and everyone in the community who took part, for your unwavering generosity and for being such valued partners in our mission. We're so grateful for all you do
Termoneeny Running Club
We at ALPS want to extend our sincerest gratitude to the Termoneeny Running Club for hosting such a marvelous running event in their community this May.
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We were absolutely thrilled to see over 300 people turn out to participate. The energy and enthusiasm on the day were incredible, and it's clear a tremendous amount of effort went into organizing such a successful event.
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Not only did you provide a fantastic opportunity for your community to get active, but you also managed to raise an astonishing £3,000 for ALPS! This generous contribution will make a significant difference in our ability to continue our vital work.
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Your dedication and community spirit are truly inspiring. Thank you, Termoneeny Running Club, for your incredible support. We're so grateful for everything you've done.
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We at ALPS are absolutely thrilled to express our immense gratitude to our incredible friends at The Rock GAA Club in County Tyrone for their outstanding fundraising efforts
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Their dedication and community spirit truly shone through, and we're delighted to announce that they've raised an amazing £440 to support ALPS and our work!
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We've been providing services in The Rock for several years now, and we are deeply indebted to the community for all of their continued support. Your generosity makes a real difference in helping us continue to provide our vital services.
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Thank you, The Rock GAA Club, for your fantastic support!
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Ballymagugian GAA
We want to send our heartfelt gratitude to Ballymaguigan GAA for their phenomenal support of ALPS! The dedication shown by the lads participating in this year's Dawn Walk was truly inspiring, and their efforts raised a fantastic £605 for our vital work.
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Your commitment makes a real difference to the lives we support, and we truly value this wonderful partnership. We're looking forward with huge anticipation to strengthening our connection and building our links even further in the future.
Thank you, Ballymaguigan GAA, for being such incredible community champions!
Seana McMullan
We want to send a massive, heartfelt thank you to our dear friend, Seana McMullan, for her unwavering support of ALPS and our vital work
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Seana recently took on the challenge of the Omagh Half Marathon in support of ALPS, and we're absolutely thrilled to share that she raised an incredible almost £1,400 for our organization! What an amazing achievement
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Seana, your dedication and commitment to making a difference are truly inspiring. Every step you ran in that half marathon helped us continue to provide our essential services. We're so grateful for your passion and all that you do to support our work.
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Thank you, Seana, for being such an extraordinary friend and advocate for ALPS!
Newbridge GAC
We want to send a massive thank you to our dear friends from Newbridge GAA in County Derry for their continued incredible support of ALPS and our work
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This May, the Newbridge community and the GAA club came together to host a fantastic Dawn Walk. We were so touched to see everyone rally for this event, and thanks to their amazing efforts, they raised over £1,500 for ALPS
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Your dedication and community spirit truly inspire us. The funds raised will make a real difference in allowing us to continue our vital services.
Thank you, Newbridge GAA, and everyone in the community who took part, for your unwavering generosity and for being such valued partners in our mission. We're so grateful for all you do
Ballymena Saturday Morning League
We at ALPS want to extend a huge thank you to the Ballymena Saturday Morning League for their incredible support and generosity!
We were delighted to learn that their recent finals night was held in support of ALPS.
We are so grateful that all monies from the gate were generously donated to our work.
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This contribution will make a real difference in helping us continue to provide our vital services. It's wonderful to see the community spirit and support for local causes demonstrated by the Ballymena Saturday Morning League.
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Thank you once again for your fantastic gesture!
Marty Breen Fitness
We're absolutely thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Marty Breen Fitness and everyone who works out at their brilliant facility in The Loup, County Derry! Thanks to their incredible fundraising efforts in May 2025, they've raised a fantastic £500 to support ALPS's vital work.
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Your dedication and generosity mean so much to us, making a real difference to the lives we touch. We truly value this partnership and are looking forward with huge anticipation to building our links further and achieving even more together in the future.
Thank you for being such an important part of the ALPS family!
Ballinderry GAA
We at ALPS want to extend a huge thank you to Ballinderry GAA for their incredible support and generosity.
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We were delighted to learn that their recent Dawn Walk was held in support of ALPS. We are so grateful that the event raised almost £500 for our work.
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This contribution will make a real difference in helping us continue to provide our vital services. It's wonderful to see the community spirit and support for local causes demonstrated by Ballinderry GAA.
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Thank you once again for your fantastic gesture!
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We're incredibly proud and thankful to MH Fire Safety in Portglenone for their phenomenal support of ALPS! The dedicated guys from Portglenone recently tackled The Rampage, an impressive feat of endurance, and managed to raise an astounding £1,000 for our work through their fundraiser in May 2025.
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This incredible contribution makes a real difference to the services we provide, and we truly appreciate their hard work and generosity. We're looking forward with huge anticipation to strengthening our partnership and building our links even further in the future.
Thank you, MH Fire Safety, for your unwavering commitment!
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Saint Mary's Grammar Magherafelt
We at ALPS are absolutely thrilled to express our immense gratitude to our incredible friends at St. Mary's in Magherafelt for their outstanding fundraising efforts this year.
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Once again, the dedication shown by the entire school community has been truly heartwarming. This year, the Year 13 Mini-Company demonstrated incredible initiative by creating and selling specially designed jerseys and hoodies in support of ALPS. Their creativity and hard work are truly commendable.
Adding to their amazing efforts, the Year 14 students organized and completed a sponsored walk, further contributing to the vital funds raised.
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St. Mary's consistently raises crucial funds each year to support ALPS and our work, and we are truly indebted to them for their continued and unwavering support. Your commitment makes a significant difference to what we do. Thank you, St. Mary's!
Quid Game In Magherafelt
We at ALPS want to extend our sincerest gratitude to Eamonn 'Steady' Lennox and our good friend Enda Quinn for their incredible generosity and support.
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Eamonn, the worthy winner of the recent Squid Game competition, made a truly heartwarming gesture. From his own prize money, he not only donated a remarkable £2,500 to his chosen charity but also generously gave £500 to five other top fundraisers, with Enda being one of them.
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Our friend Enda, having chosen ALPS Ltd as his selected charity should he win, then passed on his £500 donation directly to us. This wonderful act means vital funds for ALPS and our work in the community.
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A super act of kindness from Steady, and a testament to Enda's dedication! Many thanks to both men for supporting the work of ALPS
Tir Na Og Randalstown
We at ALPS want to extend a huge thank you to Tir Na Og Randalstown for their incredible support and generosity.
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We were delighted to learn that their recent Dawn Walk was held in support of ALPS. We are so grateful that the event raised almost £425 for our work.
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This contribution will make a real difference in helping us continue to provide our vital services. It's wonderful to see the community spirit and support for local causes demonstrated by Tir Na Og Randalstown.
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Thank you once again for your fantastic gesture!
Saint Joseph's Belfast
We're absolutely thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible St. Joseph's Belfast! Their unwavering support for ALPS continues to inspire us. We were delighted to learn that their dedicated fundraising efforts in May 2025, participating in the Belfast Marathon, resulted in a fantastic donation of £1700 to support our vital work.
This incredible contribution will make a real difference, and we are so grateful for the hard work and generosity of everyone involved – students, staff, and the entire school community.
Partnerships like these are the backbone of what we do, and we truly value the strong connection we've built with St. Joseph's Belfast. Thank you once again, St. Joseph's Belfast, for your remarkable commitment and continued support.
Greenhough Parish
We at ALPS are absolutely thrilled to express our immense gratitude to Greenlough Parish for their incredible support and generosity.
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We were delighted to learn that their recent event was held in support of ALPS. We are so grateful that the event raised almost £750 for ALPS and our work.
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This contribution will make a real difference in helping us continue to provide our vital services. It's wonderful to see the community spirit and support for local causes demonstrated by Greenlough Parish.
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Thank you once again for your fantastic gesture!
Seamus's big night out
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Seamus McCoy, his family, friends, and the entire community of Gulladuff, as well as the Cosy Corner Bar, for their tremendous support of ALPS.
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This past summer, they organized a wonderful BBQ and Dance event that brought everyone together in a spirit of camaraderie and generosity. Through their hard work and dedication, they successfully raised an impressive £2500 to support the vital work of ALPS.
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A huge thank you goes out to everyone involved in making this event a success. Your efforts have made a significant impact, and we are incredibly grateful for your commitment to supporting our cause. We also want to express our appreciation to all who attended the event; your presence and support mean so much to us.
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Thank you once again for everything you have done!
IMED take to the field and the streets in support of ALPS
Massive THANK YOU to all the staff at Imed, Draperstown who did a recent bucket collection and Football match raising money for ALPS, They donated £2700 towards our counselling and community services service.
Thank you EVERYONE who organised, stood out in the cold, took part in the football, donated, helped and supported in any way. People's generosity never ceases to amaze us, you are all fantastic
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Ballyronan and District
Vintage Car Club
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Ballyronan and District Vintage Car Club for their incredible efforts and unwavering support of ALPS. This summer, they organised their annual vintage car rally, which was a resounding success. Through this event, they raised an impressive £4,500 that will significantly aid in our work at ALPS.
Acknowledgment of Contributions
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A huge thank you goes out to everyone involved in making the rally happen. Your hard work and dedication did not go unnoticed, and we are truly grateful for the time and effort you put into this event. Additionally, we want to express our appreciation to all who attended the rally. Your participation and support are invaluable to us.
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Together, we are making a difference, and we look forward to continuing this partnership in the future. Thank you once again for your generosity and commitment to supporting ALPS.
Colette and Kathleens Camino adventure
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We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Collette Deery and Kathleen Connolly for their incredible dedication and hard work in support of ALPS. Thanks to their collective efforts, they successfully raised an astounding £4,800.
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Furthermore, we want to acknowledge all the staff and pupils of Edmund Rice College in Glengormley. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in making this endeavour a success.
Together, you have shown what can be accomplished when we unite for a common cause.
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Thank you once again for your remarkable contributions!
Moneyglass Donkey Derby
A massive thank you to everyone from Moneyglass, Tomme, and especially the Tumbledown Bar for their incredible efforts in organizing the phenomenal Donkey Derby Spectacle in August 2024.
This event was truly remarkable and drew the entire community together on a hot summer day.
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In addition to the Donkey Derby, they also hosted a handball tournament at Erin’s Own. The group united to raise funds in support of ALPS and MNDA (Motor Neurone Disease Association).
Their hard work resulted in an astonishing total of £18,220.00 raised, with £9,110 specifically allocated for ALPS. We are humbled by the overwhelming support and deeply indebted to all those involved.
South Antrim Dairy Producers
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone at the South Antrim Dairy Producers for their incredible support of All Lives Are Precious.
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Your generosity and commitment were truly evident during your annual dinner, where you held a remarkable auction in our honor raising £8050.00.
The tremendous amount raised will significantly aid our work and help us continue our mission.
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Your dedication to making a difference in the community is inspiring, and we are grateful to have partners like you. Thank you once again for your kindness and support!
Ryan Completes the Marathon
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Ryan Higgins for his incredible support of All Lives Are Precious (ALPS). By completing the Belfast Marathon,
Ryan has not only challenged himself physically but also made a significant impact on our mission. His efforts have helped raise an impressive £1,675, which will allow us to continue our vital work in the community.
Your dedication and commitment inspire us all, Ryan! Thank you for being a champion for our cause!
BLOC Continues to support ALPS
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone at BLOC for their unwavering support of ALPS and our mission.
For the second consecutive year, we are honoured to be the nominated charity of your company, and we truly appreciate the commitment you have shown towards our work.
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Throughout 2024, the dedicated staff team at BLOC organised a series of fundraising events with the goal of raising £5,000 in support of our initiatives.
Your efforts not only help us continue our important work but also inspire others to contribute to meaningful causes.
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Thank you once again for standing by us and making a difference in the community!
Huge thanks to Paul Duffin and his friends
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Paul Duffin, Sean Bryne, Padraig Kelly, Joshua Cassidy, Adam Gilligan, and Nate Dixon for their incredible support of ALPS.
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These remarkable individuals took on the Movember challenge and chose to raise awareness and funds for ALS and our vital work in this area.
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Together, they raised an impressive total of €1,895.00! This contribution will significantly aid our mission to support those affected by ALS and fund research initiatives aimed at finding better treatments and ultimately a cure.
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Your dedication and commitment make a real difference in the lives of many. Thank you once again for your generosity and support!
Our friend Ryan is at it again
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dear friend Ryan and all his family and friends for coming together once again for the annual tractor run in support of our work. Your dedication and enthusiasm made this event a tremendous success, raising over £3200 for the local community.
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The proceeds from this year’s run will be split between our organization and the local St. Vincent de Paul, allowing us to continue our efforts in making a positive impact in the lives of those around us. It’s inspiring to see how much we can achieve when we unite for a common cause.
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Thank you once again for your support, generosity, and commitment to helping others. We look forward to seeing everyone at next year’s event!
Daniel gets the hair chopped
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our dear friend, Daniel Kearney from Kilcoo, County Down, for his tremendous support of ALPS. Recently, Daniel made a brave decision to chop his hair, with the proceeds going directly to support the vital work of ALPS in his community.
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Your selflessness and commitment to helping others are truly inspiring, Daniel! Thank you for all your support and for being such a wonderful advocate for our cause.
We were delighted to visit you at your school recently to express our appreciation for all your efforts. Keep up the fantastic work!
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Portglenone CCE supports ALPS
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We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our friends from the Portglenone CCE for their incredible support of ALPS throughout 2024.
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Your hard work and dedication have raised an amazing £650, which will significantly aid our efforts in the community.
We were absolutely delighted to visit you in December at your annual showcase and express our appreciation for all that you do. Together, we are making a difference!
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Thank you once again!
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ALPS receives the support and backing of the GF Trust
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We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support and backing we have received from everyone at the GF Trust.
After engaging in meaningful conversations for many months and navigating through the application process, we are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded financial backing amounting to £250,000 over a three-year period.
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This generous funding will significantly benefit our community and enable us to cement our long-term stability. Your belief in our mission empowers us to continue making a positive impact, and we look forward to working together to create lasting change.
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Thank you once again for your trust and support! Together, we can achieve great things
Randalstown Womens Institute
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all the wonderful members of the Randalstown Women’s Institute for their incredible support of ALPS.
Your recent event in our honor, which raised an amazing £500, truly touched our hearts and will make a significant difference in our work. It was a privilege to visit with all of you in December and share insights about what we do. Your kindness and generosity inspire us every day!
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ALPS continues to be nominated charity of SDC Trailers
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We want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone at SDC Trailers for their unwavering support of ALPS over the past three years. Being nominated as your charity of choice has been an incredible honor, and we are thrilled to share that, thanks to your generosity, we have received £9,500 in the last 12 months alone.
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Your commitment not only fuels our mission but also inspires us every day. We are truly indebted to all at SDC for your kindness and support.
We look forward to continuing and developing our partnership in the future.
Downpatrick FC & Ballinagross FC support ALPS and the Well
We want to extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone at Downpatrick FC for their unwavering support of ALPS.
Recently, in collaboration with Ballinagross FC, they organised a series of football matches that raised over £1,000, which will be split between our organization and The Well.
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We are thrilled to continue developing our partnership with Downpatrick FC and look forward to expanding our activities together in the future.
Your dedication and commitment make a significant difference in our community!
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