THE IMPACT OF THE IRELAND FUNDS’ SUPPORT THIS IMPACT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY DONORS OF THE IRELAND FUNDS WHO ARE DEDICATED TO MISSION OF CUAN MHUIRE. MANY OF THESE DONORS HAVE FAMILY OR CLOSE FRIENDS WHO HAVE BEEN TOUCHED BY THE CHALLENGES OF ADDICTION AND THEREFORE HAVE A DEEP APPRECIATION FOR THE VALUE AND WORK OF THIS UNIQUE ORGANIZATION. Cuan Mhuire, Brureea grant of €76,296 from The Ireland Funds was used towards the upgrade of facilities for Residents in the Drug Rehabilitation Unit and it built a conservatory for Residents. In addition, Cuan Mhuire, Bruree was able to refurbish an old cot- tage from 1882 to provide accommodation for homeless persons. Cuan Mhuire, Ballybay a grant of €5,000 from The Ireland Funds provided work therapy and training facilities in the field of horticulture for those in recovery. Cuan Mhuire, Newrya grant of €22,000 from The Ireland Funds enabled them to develop work therapy and training units for Residents, including poly tunnels, recycling facilities and a wood workshop. These facilities provide skills training to Residents which is part of a skill-building pathway for those who are marginalized or unemployed. Cuan Mhuire, Gardiner St.a grant of €15,183 from The Ireland Funds enabled them to refurbish their much- needed kitchen and dining facilities. Cuan Mhuire, Athy a long-held goal of Cuan Mhuire, Athy has been the establishment of a 40-bed female treatment and rehabilitation unit. The Ireland Funds has given a grant of €227,148 towards this much needed facility. Total cost of the project is estimated at €2 million. Planning permission has been obtained and work will commence in 2019. CUAN MHUIRE A STONE SCUPLTURE CARVED BY A RESIDENT IN RECOVERY AND TRAINING. connect 2019 • 56