A STRANORLAR man is continuing to spread the joy of Christmas as he appeals for toys for the 24th year of a special fundraiser..
Former boxing coach, Eunan Devenney, is encouraging Donegal’s kind hearted public to donate toys, vouchers, and anything that could help a struggling family this Christmas.
What started as helping his sister, who worked as a social worker in Dublin, to raise some toys for families she cared for, has now become the best thing he has ever done in his life.
Every year Eunan does his bit by delivering Christmas gifts to the children of Donegal.
“Over the years it went from maybe two kids up to 80, 90, 100,” Eunan said.
“It’s amazing how it just spirals in every direction.”
Over the years, local businesses have got involved in helping out, and now Eunan and his three sons deliver presents to families right across the county.
“I’m just entrenched in it – I absolutely love it,” he said.
“I have to say it’s probably one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life.
“I was happy and lucky enough to have three sons of my own,” Eunan continued.
“They’ve been helping me with the toys since they were kids.”
Anyone who wants to contribute can do so by donating vouchers, toys, or even hoodies or scarfs for older children and teenagers. He encourages donors to bag or box items and clearly label them with girl or boy and a suitable age. He asks that people only donate new toys.
Eunan is a strong believer that there is a lot of generosity in the world and added that if he only got one or two phone calls from people wishing to donate he would be happy.
Anyone who wishes to donate can contact Eunan on 087 768 4073.
To allow time for delivery before Christmas he also asks that all donations are made before December 15 at the latest.
