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Storm in Galway: help the Orchard neighborhood rebuild

After the storm, families in the Orchard neighborhood need clean water, roofing materials and bedding.

🇮🇪 Galway, Connacht, Ireland7,828 views
Colm Kavanagh
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Galway
The storm hit the Orchard neighborhood on 24 November. My home was one of 19 damaged, and 8 families are still in temporary shelter at the local school gym. The first few days we shared what little we had. Now the cleanup has started, but we've no money for materials and winter or the rainy season is coming. Schools in the area have been closed, and the clinic lost its cold storage for vaccines. We're a small community of working families who have never asked for help before. We have formed a volunteer committee, and I'm the treasurer, so I'll post receipts for everything we buy. We buy supplies locally and in bulk, so the money goes further. Receipts and photos will be posted in updates. Where the $4,850 goes: • Clean water and purification supplies: $810 • Bedding, blankets and mattresses: $930 • Tools and labor for repairs: $1,700 • Food parcels for displaced families: $1,410 With deep gratitude, Colm

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    Really cared about my situation

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Genuine person with a big heart

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Exceptional service

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Good luck, Colm. Shared this with my family. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Lagos.

    • Teresa MorrisonPhoto verified

      thinking of you and your family, Colm. More neighborhoods should do this

      • You're not alone, Colm. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.

        • can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Galway

          • Colm KavanaghOwnerAnswer

            Thank you. If you're in Galway I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.

        • hang in there, Colm. Looking forward to the next update. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

          • Hang in there, Colm. I hope things turn around soon. Don't give up. Take care.

            • Praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Galway.

              • Wishing you peace, Colm. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.

                • Thinking of you and your family. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Bang Khen

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