St Paul's Bessbrook NYC fundraiser

Appeal for Support - St. Paul’s Ethnic Percussion Group NYC Trip

We are reaching out to our former pupils and Irish living and working in New York with an appeal for support as we prepare to bring 44 of our talented students to the city for a truly special occasion.

Our school’s Ethnic Percussion Group has been invited to take part in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New York City, an incredible opportunity to showcase their musical talents on an international stage and represent St. Paul’s with pride. The excitement among our students is immense, and we are determined to ensure that finances do not become a barrier to participation.

We have been working tirelessly to fundraise for this trip through quiz nights, spinathons, and other events, helping to reduce the financial burden on families. However, we are still short of the funds needed for essential expenses such as airport coach transfers and appropriate uniforms for our students to wear when performing in the parade.

If you are in a position to offer any financial support, it would be hugely appreciated and would directly contribute to making this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity a reality for our students.

On behalf of our students and staff, thank you for taking the time to read this appeal. Any support you can offer will make a meaningful difference in ensuring that this trip is a memorable and rewarding experience for our young musicians.