If you’ve completed a fundraiser or collected donations for Down Syndrome Ireland, firstly we’d like to sincerely thank you. Your funds will help us to make a huge difference to the lives of people with Down syndrome. 

Below you’ll find a guide on how to lodge your funds.

How to lodge funds raised?

Please bank your funds within 4 weeks of your event so your hard earned donations can get to work straight away.

Online Fundraising

If you are raising funds online, the donations are automatically transferred to us monthly so you don’t have to worry about lodging your funds.

Website

Visit https://downsyndrome.ie/donate/ and use our online form to submit your funds raised using your credit or debit card.

Cheque/Bank Draft

Drop a cheque or bank draft in the post with your name and address. Our address is Down Syndrome Ireland, Unit 3, Western Parkway Business Park, Ballymount Drive, Dublin D12 HP70

Due to new banking procedures all cheques must be made out to Down Syndrome Ireland. Please write any further information on the back of the cheque.

Bank Transfer

Make a bank transfer online or lodge any cash donations by bank with the details below. Please make sure to include your name in the details of the transfer.

Bank                     AIB

Address               Lower Baggot Street Dublin 2

Name                   Down Syndrome Ireland

IBAN                     IE75 AIBK 93101217850076

BIC                        AIBKIE2D

Post Office

If you lodge your funds in a post office, please email accounts@downsyndrome.ie to let us know the date, amount and post office location of your lodgement. These donations are transferred to us anonymously from An Post and we want to be able to acknowledge your amazing generosity!

On behalf of all those who will benefit from your kindness – Thank You!

In Memory Giving

In memory giving is a special and touching way to remember a loved one and to celebrate their life. Many families like to support a charity close to them by asking people to make a donation in lieu of flowers at a funeral. You can let people know this by including a request in the death notice of your loved one. For example:

“We kindly request donations in lieu of flowers to Down Syndrome Ireland. Donations can be made online at www.downsyndrome.ie”

Holding a collection at a funeral or memorial service is another meaningful way to pay tribute. Alternatively, you may make a one-off donation in memory of a loved one online here or by calling (01) 4266500.

Legacy Giving

We all know how important it is to have a will in place to make sure that your wishes are carried out when you’re gone.  When writing a will, and once loved ones are looked after, many people choose to leave a gift, or bequest, to a charity close to their heart.

By leaving a legacy gift, you can help your chosen charity to continue their work into the future.  Our hope is that you will consider leaving a gift in your will to Down Syndrome Ireland which will help to enhance the lives of children and adults with Down syndrome for generations to come.  It will cost you nothing now but your donation, no matter how big or small, will make an invaluable difference in the future.

What you will need

All you will need for your solicitor is the Down Syndrome Ireland address:

Down Syndrome Ireland, Unit 3, Western Parkway Business Park, Ballymount Drive, Dublin D12 HP70

Charity Number 20010164

CHY 6062

There are three ways in you can leave a gift to a charity in your will:

• A residuary bequest. This means the remainder or part of the remainder of your estate is bequeathed to your charity of choice once all of your family and loved ones have been taken care of.
• A pecuniary bequest. This is a specific sum of money you would like to donate your chosen charity from your estate. You can ask for this donation amount to be index-linked to ensure its value remains the same over time.
• A specific gift of property e.g. jewellery, household items, a building or shares.

Your solicitor will be able to give you advice on which option best suits your wishes and personal circumstances.

Below, we answer common questions about leaving a legacy:

How do I make a will?

You can make a will at any stage of your life. You don’t have to be sick or getting older to make a one and the peace of mind you’ll gain from having a valid will in place can be a great comfort. We suggest contacting your solicitor who’ll be able to give you professional advice based on your personal circumstances and answer any questions you might have. If you don’t have a solicitor of choice, contact the Law Society of Ireland for a list of solicitors in your area.

I want to leave a legacy but I’ve already made my will. Can I change it?

It’s important you review your will regularly, particularly if there is a significant change in your circumstances like getting married, buying a new house, having baby or are about to retire. Even if you have an existing will, it can be changed to include a legacy to the charity of your choice. This change is called a “codicil” and can be easily drawn up by your solicitor.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or would like more information about why your legacy gift is important to us, contact our Fundraising Manager Lauren McCarthy on (01) 4266500 or laurenmccarthy@downsyndrome.ie. We would love to hear from you!

Your wedding day is one of the most special days in your life and one you will always remember. As you consider menu options, flowers and colour schemes, you can make your day even more special by choosing a charitable donation in lieu of traditional wedding favours.  

By making a donation to Down Syndrome Ireland you will be helping to make a difference to people with Down syndrome and their families throughout Ireland.  In return for your donation, we will send you our unique wedding favour cards which are a beautiful addition to your table and a unique and meaningful way of thanking your guests for sharing your special day. 

These cards will let your guests know that you have made a charitable donation to support our work in their honour and they can still have a special keepsake from your day. Cards are available in two sizes, one a tented business card size which can be placed at each guest setting or alternatively an A6 tent card which can be placed per table.

Our suggested donation by order quantity is as follows:

Place cards per setting (tented business card size)

• Up to 100 cards                 €150
• Up to 150 cards                 €200
• Up to 200 cards                 €250

Place cards per table (A6 size)

• Up to 10 cards                   €100
• Up to 20 cards                   €120
• Up to 30 cards                   €150

Down Syndrome Ireland would be honoured to be a part of your special day.

To find out more about our wedding favours or to place an order, contact our Fundraising Manager, Lauren McCarthy on 086 197 5424 or laurenmccarthy@downsyndrome.ie

We don’t expect gifts when we have a celebration but when was the last time you went to a party and didn’t bring a gift? We all do it.

If you’re hosting a party or celebration with friends and family and you’d like to do something a little different, perhaps you would consider asking your guests to make a charitable donation in lieu of a gift. From birthday celebrations to anniversaries, graduations to retirements or even communions and confirmations – donations can be made in your name or at your special event and they are a fantastic way to give back and make a meaningful difference.

We can help you to let everyone know that you are raising funds to support the work of Down Syndrome Ireland by providing you with balloons and posters for your event.

To make it as easy as possible you can simply create an online fundraising page with iDonate or Facebook which you can then share with your family, friends, and colleagues to support your fundraising efforts.

Down Syndrome Ireland would love to share in your celebration so contact us today and let’s start planning. To find out more please call our Fundraising Manager, Lauren McCarthy on 086 197 5424 or laurenmccarthy@downsyndrome.ie