Co Kildare charity appeals for parents to cut communion day costs

Thousands of Co Kildare families are anticipated to fork out more than €500 on their son or daughter's Holy Communion day this Spring.

Studies reveals that the average Irish family will spend in excess of €500 on white flowing gowns, delicate veils and smart suits, along with all the other costs of the day.

Emma Bartley, of Athy based Gorta, is appealing for parents to help reduce the costs and donate used Communion clothes to their shop in Duke St.

Funds raised from the re-sale of Holy Communion and Confirmation wear are donated directly to the development projects of Gorta-Self Help Africa, which supports a wide range of agricultural projects that are ending hunger and poverty in the lives of some of Africa’s poorest people.