Special giving tree central to Limerick city Christmas toy appeal
A SPECIAL giving tree is to be placed at King John’s Castle to allow people to donate toys for the Children’s Ark Unit at University Hospital Limerick.
Daire Heffernan, general manager, King John’s Castle, Discover Limerick DAC said the initiative is now in its third year.
“We are hoping to grow on the number of donations received in previous years. A large Christmas giving tree will be erected in the Siege Café located in the grounds of King John’s Castle and we are encouraging locals and visitors to the Treaty City this festive season to spread a little Christmas cheer and simply drop an unwrapped gift into the giving tree donation box,” he explained.
“Being in hospital during the festive season can be very tough and our team at King John’s Castle are eager to do their bit this festive season to help spread a little Christmas joy to those who need it most.”
The children's ark unit at University Hospital Limerick is a special area for the children in the hospital to play in a safe and accommodating space. The play facilities are designed around the needs of the unit's patients and their families .
Commenting on the Christmas toy appeal initiative Kristina Buckley, play specialist at the Children’s Ark Unit at University Hospital Limerick said: “We are delighted to be collaborating with King John’s Castle and Discover Limerick DAC again this year.
This is a very special Christmas toy appeal and all donations will be gratefully received and gifted to our child patients throughout the Christmas season. The remaining toys will be used in the Children’s Ark throughout the year.”
Gift donations can be left at the King John’s Castle Giving Tree from November 26 to December 18.