THE CONFIRMATION class of St Mary’s National School, Clontibret have decided to donate part of the money given to them by parents and relatives for their confirmation to the Clontibret Fire Fund. The fund was established to help the Mohan family of 10 – the Mohans - who were left homeless when their house burned down a few weeks ago.

“I’m very proud of the class and particularly because the suggestion came from the class themselves. It’s a school tradition that each confirmation class donates part of their money to charity each year,” said Principal Elizabeth Moorehead.

Appeal Chairman, Sean Mulligan, thanked the class personally for their contribution. “I want to thank everybody in this class for this very generous gesture. Several local people have already remarked on what a lovely idea it is.”

This announcement came after the second meeting of the Fire Appeal Committee last Monday, 14 May. The fundraisers are set to begin their door-to-door campaign this week and have released information on how to donate to the fund. “There was a big turn-out at the first meeting and an even bigger turn-out for the second. The community has been very receptive and all want to help in whatever way they can,” Mr Mulligan said.

Everyone is asked to give generously to this good cause. People can donate anonymously or receipts are available for those who want them. Donations can also be made through AIB, Monaghan to account number 13621014, sort code 932477.