Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, is set to take fundraising to new heights this month as he prepares to take part in a charity skydive in support of Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice.
On Sunday 24 May, the Mayor will participate in the “Skydive for NI Hospice” fundraising event, leaping from up to 15,000 feet and experiencing freefall speeds of up to 120mph to help raise vital funds for the charity, which has been chosen as his official charity for the year.
The skydive will take place at Skydive Ireland, a dedicated skydiving airfield located near Garvagh.
Speaking ahead of the challenge, Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan said: “Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice is a charity that holds a very special place in my heart. Having witnessed first-hand the extraordinary care, compassion and support provided to children and families during the most difficult of times, I know just how vital their work is. The kindness and dedication shown by the staff and volunteers bring comfort, dignity and strength to so many families each and every day.
“As Mayor, I am incredibly proud to support the Children’s Hospice as my chosen charity this year, and I wanted to take on a challenge that would help raise both awareness and much-needed funds for their vital services.
“While jumping from 15,000 feet is certainly outside my comfort zone, I know it is nothing compared to the challenges faced by the children and families supported by the Hospice. I would encourage anyone who can to support this fundraiser in any way possible, and I sincerely thank everyone for their generosity, encouragement and kindness.”
Northern Ireland Children's Hospice is the only service of its kind in Northern Ireland, caring for more than 370 babies, children and young people each year with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions. Care is provided both at Horizon House, the charity’s dedicated children’s inpatient unit, and through specialist nursing support within local communities.
The charity also provides vital support to families from the point of diagnosis through to bereavement. As the hospice receives only limited government funding, it relies heavily on public donations and fundraising initiatives to continue delivering its essential services.
The Mayor is encouraging residents, businesses and community organisations across Causeway Coast and Glens to support the fundraising effort over the coming weeks.
For more information on Northern Ireland Children's Hospice and its work across Northern Ireland, visit Northern Ireland Children's Hospice
To support the Mayor’s skydive fundraiser and make a donation, please visit: www.justgiving.com/page/oliver-mcmullan
Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, pictured with Julie Martin from Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice ahead of his participation in the Skydive for NI Hospice fundraising event.