A Cork boy has promised to dye his hair a “bright crazy colour” as part of his fundraiser in aid of My Lovely Horse Rescue Cork. 11-year-old Alex Walsh has taken it upon himself set up an online fundraiser for My Lovely Horse Rescue Cork.

A WEST Cork volunteer has received recognition for her selfless voluntary work within the local community in Schull.

An animal welfare organisation that rescues and rehomes abused animals have launched a nationwide appeal for a missing pony.

Up to a third of Trócaire donations will be at risk this Lent as 2021 marks the first time in almost 50 years that many homes across Ireland will be without a Trócaire box.

A CORK charity has extended its gratitude after being whittled down from hundreds of nominations to receive vital funding.

A long-serving staff member at Cork Simon Community has said he is proud to help people "along their journey of positive change from A to B".

My Lovely Horse Rescue has called for a more robust equine ID system, that is enforced. It comes after they responded alongside gardaí to a horse in a very distressed state in Clogheen, Cork.

A young collie dog has been given a new lease of life thanks to the Cork animal welfare charity Dog Action Welfare Group (Dawg) and its stalwart supporters. The organisation got a call from a veterinary practice about a dog that needed its help.

A Cork-based charity that provides services dogs to children with disabilities, predominantly autism, has taken part in the Jerusalema challenge with Mallow Gardaí.

CORK man Brian O’Shea is to run 5km a day for the entire year of 2021 in order to raise funds for charity.

Cork-based charity Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind has welcomed the first litter of puppies in 2021. In a post on Facebook, the charity introduced the six girls and two boys to the world. "We have welcomed the first litter of 2021. "The A Litter.

A West Cork winter wonderland has raised over €6,000 for charity after going viral last December.

Organisers of the popular Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle (RoKCC) have confirmed that this year's event will not take place due to the uncertainty surrounding public health guidelines this summer.

Cork’s Adam King made a special appearance on The Ryan Tubridy Show ahead of the launch of his very own ‘virtual hug’ Valentine’s Day cards.

Aspiring CapCom from Cork, 6-year-old Adam King, has teamed up with SuperValu and Centra to release his special 'Hug For You' cards, the proceeds of which will go to charity.

Irish Community Rapid Response is calling on the people of Cork to march their way through the month of March and to help raise vital funds for their life-saving services.

Childline is calling on individuals and families in Cork and across the country to get climbing in February to help raise vital funds for the charity.

CORK schoolboy Oliver Lynch has been recognised as a ‘community hero’ for his fundraising heroics last summer. The eight-year-old Ballincollig boy, who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy, raised €37,000 with his ‘5k in 50-days’ walk last year.

Macroom man Billy Murphy is taking on a 1000km charity challenge in the hope of raising funds to purchase a home for a Cambodian family.

A health and fitness campaign in aid of charity is being championed by Olympian Rob Heffernan and hopes to raise funds for the Cope Foundation.

THE head of a Cork charity feeding those in need has voiced concern about the overwhelming demand for the service from families in dire straits.

A long-serving volunteer with Cork Simon Community has spoken about his early days with the charity. Brendan Ryan first became involved with Cork Simon in 1973.

"I DON'T know if Simon [Cork Simon Community] wasn’t there where I’d be. "Those were the words of one individual who has availed of the services of Cork Simon Community for the last 13 years.

The South West region of St Vincent De Paul has paid tribute to the public for its "phenomenal" support of its annual car draw, sponsored by CAB Motor Company.

The Cope Foundation, which works to enhance the lives of people with an intellectual disability and/or autism has warned that rising Covid-19 case numbers will impact some of its services.

COBH native Maria Kidney, co-founder of Brighter Communities Worldwide, a charity that works in partnership with communities to create enabling environments in Kenya and other East African countries, has had a very different Christmas this ...

A charity which helps children with highly complex and life-limiting conditions has been fighting a different battle this year, as it faces a financial hole of more than €300,000.

A TOTAL of 1,800 people reached out for assistance with victim impact statements this year after experiencing devastating crimes.

PUPILS at a Cork primary school spread festive cheer and kindness with a Christmas fundraiser in aid of two local charities.

THE Cope Foundation has thanked the Cork community for its support throughout 2020. The generosity of the public has ensured the Cope Foundation can provide its service to 2,800 people, their families, and its 1,200 employees.

GOAL has thanked Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the thousands of people all over Ireland who turned out over Christmas to do a virtual GOAL Mile, for supporting vulnerable communities all over the world.

STUDENTS at Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh Cailíní have taken on Cork firefighter Alex O’ Shea’s latest challenge to bring guide dog Rover around the world in 80 days.

EDDIE Trout adorns the front cover of a 2021 calendar that aims to raise funds for the Down Syndrome Centre in Cabinteely. The Cork toddler, who is three, proved a natural in front of the camera.

Super-fit Corkman Liam Cotter tells CHRIS DUNNE how he ran an exhausting 100 miles a week for 12 straight weeks, to raise funds for the Mna Feasa organisation

A group of volunteers have been recognised with the first ever Cork North West volunteer appreciation award.

Staff at a Cork company have created a book to raise funds for the Make a Wish Foundation, writes Louise O’Sullivan

The Mercy Hospital Foundation thanked the public for their support throughout 2020 as it announced that it is on course to fundraise over €2. 8 million in 2020, the largest amount raised by the Foundation in a year since it was set up in 2007.

A Cork man is raising money for Irish Community Rapid Response this Christmas following his own encounter with the response team and their vital work.

CORK City FC has answered an appeal from the daughter of former club stalwart John Kennedy who sadly passed away in September.

Nano Nagle Place and Good Day Deli will revive a centuries-old tradition with a Christmas Eve charity collection in aid of Cork Simon.

CORK siblings Kevin and Brian O’Driscoll will embark on a gruelling 180km cycle on Saturday to raise money for St Vincent de Paul. The O’Driscoll brothers hail from a well-known GAA family in Caheragh.

MORE people than ever before sought help from Cork Simon Community's Homeless Emergency Support Services for shelter, care and support last year, the charity's annual report has revealed.

Pupils at New Inn School in Glanmire are spreading kindness this Christmas, with their own creative fundraiser in aid of Cork Penny Dinners.

The family of a farmer who died by suicide at the grave of his mother and brother have appealed to those who experience emotional distress to seek help with charities such as Pieta House.

The parents of a 20-year-old Crosshaven RNLI crew member are asking Cork people to support the charity’s Christmas appeal to help volunteers continue their lifesaving work through the challenges of Covid-19.

GOOD Shepherd Cork are appealing for donations this Christmas to make the festive period memorable for families who are homeless across Cork.

A YOUNG Cobh girl is donating her hair to a charity who make hair pieces for children recovering from cancer and alopecia, while also raising funds for a garda charity.

A three-bedroom semi-detached house in Carrigaline is the first prize of a new charity fundraiser raffle for Enable Ireland which hopes to raise much-needed funds for their disability services.

A charity, co-founded by Cobh woman Maria Kidney, is urging people to donate today in order to maximise their impact.

A GROUP of 15 novice runners have raised close to €9,000 for men’s mental health. On Saturday, nine of the group gathered at the Marina in Cork city to take part in a socially distanced marathon around the Blackrock area.