Pictured L-R Nicole Norton, Ennis, Aoibhin O’Connor (8), Ennis and Lucas Poland-Corbett (8) from Ardnacrusha Co Clare. Photograph: Arthur Ellis.
SHANNON AIRPORT has welcomed the arrival of a limited edition cuddly companion to help raise funds for Clare Crusaders and Little Blue Heroes.
Shannon Bear has landed at Shannon Airport to help this year’s charity partners of the Shannon Airport Group.
Every Shannon Bear sold will raise vital funds for the Clare Crusaders and Little Blue Heroes. Both organisations work tirelessly to support children with additional needs and families of children undergoing long-term medical care.
Chair of the Shannon Airport Group charity committee, Vanessa McTigue said people that buy a Shannon Bear are not just picking up a cute souvenir but will also help to make a real difference in the lives of local children and their families. “We’re thrilled to welcome Shannon Bear to the airport today. He’s our first ever bespoke teddy, and what makes him truly special is that all proceeds from his sales will go directly to Clare Crusaders and Little Blue Heroes. These charities are doing extraordinary work in our communities, and we’re proud to stand beside them”.
She continued, “Thanks to the creativity and dedication of our Duty Free team, Shannon Bear comes with his own little bag and Shannon Airport-themed scarf – ready for adventure and ready to spread joy”.
Visitors to Shannon Airport can pick up the Shannon Bear at Shannon Duty Free and landside at W.H. Smith in the Arrivals area.
Located in Barefield, the Clare Crusaders Clinic provides free therapy to children with special needs. The clinic has been in operation for twenty years and it is estimated that it costs €400,000 per annum to run the clinic.
Little Blue Heroes provides practical and financial support to families of children who have serious illnesses in Ireland while granting the wish of the children it supports to become Honorary Gardaí to empower the child and foster positive engagement with An Garda Síochána.
