Fórsa has donated over half a million euros to charities and organisations across the globe this year.

Through members' support, Fórsa has been able to provide life-changing aid, funding, and support to those who need it most.

We want to thank everyone who has put time, effort and hard work into the fundraising that has taken place. Here’s a look at some of the charities and organisations that Fórsa and its members have supported through the year:

• Lajee to Ireland Cultural Tour 2022
• Sligo Samaritans
• Earth's Edge Kilimanjaro Fundraiser 2022
• Cost of Living Coalition Donation
• Irelanders Club
• Migrants Rights Centre
• Migrant Rights

The biggest contribution our members and branches made this year was to the Fórsa Ukraine appeal. As trade union members we know the value and importance of meaningful solidarity. The union came together in response to the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and in their time of need raised €500,000, to be split equally between the Irish Red Cross and a special trade union solidarity fund.

Fórsa’s climbers took on a charity climb of Kilimanjaro in August this year, after two postponements and three years of organising. The team managed to raise an incredible €20,000 which was given to the Irish Hospice Foundation and the Kilimanjaro Porter’s Assistance Project.

As 2022 draws to a close keep a look out on our socials for more donation announcements and the Toys for Temple Street campaign.

Fórsa President Michael Smyth said the union is extremely grateful to branches for their wonderful contributions and praised union members for their generosity.