Co Kildare woman encouraging people to take Duvet Day for Syria

A young Co Kildare woman is behind a fundraising campaign that could land workers a Duvet Day.

Duvet Day is being run by GOAL on Friday,  March 9, next,  in an effort to raise funds for the crisis in Syria and other major emergencies currently affecting millions of people around the globe. Already, the event is set to take place in hundreds of companies and organisations throughout the country.

Aisling Nolan, Celbridge, who works for GOAL in their head office in Dun Laoghaire, says it is the perfect way for employers to contribute towards their social responsibilities, while also ensuring that there is a very tangible reward for at least one member of staff.

While all funds raised going towards GOAL’s work with some of the most vulnerable communities across their 13 countries of operation, the winner of each company draw will receive a day off work.

She said. “I also know how hard my colleagues work to help deliver our many relief and development programmes all around the world. We will be holding a GOAL Duvet Day draw in head office here in Dun Laoghaire on March 9, and I would encourage staff from all over the county to encourage their employers to do the same. Sometimes we all need that extra day free from deadlines, stress and work!”

Get your company to sign up for GOAL Duvet Day by registering here.

GOAL will email you a digital fundraising pack to promote the event within your organisation.

Get your workmates to buy Duvet Day raffle tickets, suggested price €10.

Try to win the golden ticket "time off work", Friday March 9.

Winner(s) receives a day off work!