Taking to the roads of Munster from August 5th to 8th, the Tour will raise vital funds and awareness for the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI). Tralee will once again host the cyclists at the end of a Day 2 on Friday, August 6.
Members of Down Syndrome Ireland Kerry branch travelled to the Tipperary branch of DSI to join Sean Kelly for the outdoor launch at their newly renovated premises in Thurles.
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Funds raised as a result of Tour de Munster helped to purchase the premises, providing vital support for children and adults with Down syndrome.
Tour de Munster organiser Paul Sheridan established the popular cycle in 2001, which has had a life changing impact on the lives of countless people through its fundraising efforts.
Commenting on the launch, Enda O’Brien of Down Syndrome Kerry said, “Thanks to the continued support of Tour de Munster over the past eleven years, much-needed funds have been raised to continue to provide vital services and supports for our members with Down syndrome in Kerry. The partnership has created a really fantastic community among DSI branches here in Munster. The support from everyone involved means a huge amount and we look forward to welcoming the tour to Kerry once again this August.”
Tour de Munster has raised a significant sum of money for some very worthy beneficiaries along the way, raising over €3.4 million in total. For DSI Munster branches alone, the tour has raised a staggering €3 million since they became the main beneficiary of the Tour in 2010.
The 2021 tour de Munster will kick off from Cork City on Thursday, August 5th and continues over four days around the six counties of Munster.
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