Nenagh Darkness Into Light fundraising committee urges people to take part in May event

Nenagh Darkness Into Light committee members, Brendan Murphy, Tricia Delaney, Eavan Carmody Delaney, and Ryan O'Meara

placeholder image — Nenagh Darkness Into Light committee members, Brendan Murphy, Tricia Delaney, Eavan Carmody Delaney, and Ryan O'Meara

Darkness Into Light will return to Nenagh on the morning of Saturday, May 11. The 5km route remains unchanged and will start and finish at the Scouts Hall.

The Nenagh DIL Committee for 2024 was recently elected at their AGM, with Eavan Carmody Delaney taking over as Chairperson. Ryan O’Meara, who has served as Chairperson for 2022 and 2023 has become Treasurer.

“I’m delighted to take over as Chairperson of Nenagh DIL this year. DIL is a vital funding source for the lifesaving services that Pieta House provides to those in need, and I am really looking forward to working with the incoming committee, local people, businesses and clubs to make this year’s event another success. I have been serving on the Nenagh DIL committee since 2018 and I am really looking forward to working with the Nenagh DIL team in organising this year’s event,” said Ms Carmody Delaney.

Outgoing Chairperson, Mr O’Meara stated: “It has been an honour to lead the Nenagh DIL team over the last number of years, and I’m delighted to continue working closely on this very important fundraiser as treasurer.

“I believe it’s important that we allow different approaches to events such as this, so that we can continue to evolve and develop our annual walk. Eavan brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, having served on the Nenagh DIL committee since 2018 and I am certain this year’s 5km walk will be another success locally.

“Our planning is well underway and the committee are already working hard to bring this important event back to Nenagh, to both raise awareness of mental health issues and the services that Pieta House provides to those in need.”

The Nenagh DIL Committe is: Eavan Carmody Delaney, Chairperson; Tricia Delaney, Vice-Chairperson; Brendan Murphy, Secretary; Ryan O'Meara and Shane Kiely, Treasurers; Damian O'Donoghue, Rachel Kennedy, Fiona Ryan, committee.