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Lawless fundraiser for SIGNIFICANCE

Melany Francisco-Lawless is raising money for SIGNIFICANCE
In memory of Fr Dermott Donnelly

from walking to running · 15 March 2026

SIGNIFICANCE was set up in 2017 by Fr Dermott Donnelly, on the occasion of his Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years of priestly ministry working with young people in the region. The projects funded by the Foundation have yielded remarkable results and we are now seeking further support. ‘‘Young people have so much to give to our society and our world and I want to give them every opportunity to develop their potential. Through the projects SIGNIFICANCE will support, young people will be inspired to reach high and achieve their best." (Fr Dermott Donnelly) At the heart of SIGNIFICANCE is the belief that young people are not called to live lives of survival or even lives of success, but to live lives of happiness and significance. Once they come to know their ‘significance’, they can go on to enable others and inspire the world to be a better place.

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Thanks for taking the time to visit our JustGiving page.

After a combined 54 years of service with the Youth Ministry Team (Tony – 30 years, Mel – 24 years), we are on our next adventure!😎

It has been a privilege to work alongside Fr. Dermott Donnelly in developing a purpose-built residential centre, an engaging approach to youth ministry, and a charity that helped bring his vision to life. His passion was genuine, inspiring, and deeply impactful, and we are committed to honouring and continuing his legacy.

To do so, we are taking on a new challenge—progressing from walking to running—to raise funds for the cause.

Everyone deserves to be seen, to feel safe and to know they matter. Your support will help us continue this mission of SIGNIFICANCE Foundation by Dermott Donnelly.

Our fundraising goal is £540, representing just 19 pence per week for each of the 54 years of service.

We are grateful to all we have encountered and supported us in our journey through this ministry🥰and thank you for helping keep his legacy alive.

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Donation summary

Total
£1,113.09
+ £261.50 Gift Aid
Online
£1,113.09
Offline
£0.00

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