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WOLFE Tones GAA Club has launched a major fundraising ini- tiative, to pay the cost of installing floodlights at its main pitch.
A special *300 Club’ has been launched, where 300 people are be- ing asked to pay €240, over a two- year period.
The club’s officers say that the pro- vision of the floodlights 1s seen as an important addition to the excellent range of facilities being offered to existing and future members.
Work will shortly commence on the project, for which planning permis- sion has already been secured, and
the lights are to be in place during the summer.
“The floodlighting involves a sig- nificant financial commitment, and Wolfe Tones is launching a special ‘300 Club’, with all the proceeds going towards this project,” said the club’s Outdoor Facilities Officer Pat O’Connell.
He said that the club’s facilities need to be constantly updated and enhanced, in order to compete with other sports and recreational ameni- lene
“In urban areas, in particular, there is intense competition for the atten- tion of young people and we have to ensure that our playing fields and
other facilities are of the highest Standard,” he said.
He stressed, however, that there is still an urgent need for involvement by parents and other community members in the club.
“Facilities alone will not suffice. With the modern lifestyle and wide choice of leisure outlets, a huge ef- fort is required by Wolfe Tones mem- bers, to ensure the success of the club in the future,” he said.
Gerry McIntyre is co-ordinating the °300 Club’ for Wolfe Tones, while a committee is also involved.
Draws will be held monthly, from May 7, for two years, with prizes each month totalling €1,200. For
those who pay for Year | 1n advance, there will be a special draw on May 7 for two bonus prizes of weekend holiday breaks.
Patrons can pay €240 at the start, to cover the 24 draws, or €120 prior to Draws 1 and 13.
Alternatively, they can opt for monthly direct debits of €10 for 24 rneCOyel etsy
‘300 Club’ forms are available from the Wolfe Tones Goalpost Club- house or via email at wolfe-tones- shannon @clare.gaa.ie.
Members of the Wolfe Tones 300 Club Committee will also be in con- tact with all club members in the coming weeks to explain the details.