Relay For Life Wexford Documentary Premiere Celebrates Community raising €1 million
The vibrant and tight-knit community of Wexford came together last night for a momentous event that marked the unwavering support for Relay For Life Wexford. The occasion was the premiere screening of a heartwarming documentary created by the dedicated Relay For Life Wexford Committee in collaboration with the incredible team at Love Wexford Town, who poured countless hours into bringing this project to life on the big screen. The event, hosted by the generous Arc Cinema, who treated attendees like VIPs and provided an opportunity for the community to come together for our last event of 2023 and what a way to close out the year!
The documentary, hosted by the charismatic Philip Freeman and the well-known social media personality Paul Scott (PowPowFizz), featured numerous individuals who courageously shared their personal stories. These stories offered profound insights into the deep significance of Relay For Life Wexford in the lives of the people of Wexford, who annually rally together with their teams, families, and friends to support the cause.
The evening was filled with musical performances that touched the soul, thanks to the talents of the Bride Street Folk Group and the mesmerizing Rachel Grace, who delivered a captivating performance recorded in the enchanting Bride Street Church.
Distinguished sponsors, both new and longtime supporters of Relay For Life, joined the event to discuss why they chose to back Relay For Life Wexford. Among them, Pettitts, the steadfast partner, 10 West, the main sponsor for 2023, and Sulzer, the main sponsor for 2024, shared their experiences and encouraged other local businesses to become part of this exceptional community-building opportunity. All reiterated that supporting Relay For Life is not just about giving back but also a unique team-building experience for their staff.
The evening also featured inspirational stories from survivors Annette Healy and Naomi Howlin, underscoring the fact that Relay For Life is first and foremost a spectacular weekend of family friendly fun for the Wexford community, while also serving as a platform for raising awareness and vital funds for the Irish Cancer Society.
The pinnacle of the event was the presentation of a substantial donation to Relay For Life Wexford, revealing a remarkable fundraising total of €310,000 for this year. This achievement marks a cumulative fundraising milestone, as Relay For Life Wexford has now raised a staggering €1 million from 2016 to 2023. This outstanding accomplishment is a testament to the enduring legacy of the late Gay Murphy, our remarkable chairperson, who dedicated herself to building the Relay For Life Wexford committee and community from 2016 to the thriving community event it is today.
The committee wants to extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the documentary, the dedicated teams, and the extended community for their remarkable fundraising efforts. Special thanks go to the Love Wexford Town team for their dedication in crafting this documentary, the unwavering support of the Relay For Life Wexford Committee year after year, Georgina and Ciara at the Irish Cancer Society for their invaluable assistance, and most importantly, our deepest thanks to Gay Murphy, whose vision brought the Wexford community together on this incredible journey, creating lasting memories that will remain with us forever.
