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Greetings, O'Donovans and Donovans !
The purpose of this GoFundMe appeal is to raise at least $5000 US for the creation of two (2) O'Donovan clan not-for-profit entities: one in Ireland and one, a 501(c)(3) US corporation.
You may be aware that the freehold of Castle Donovan is currently for sale. Many members of the Irish and Diasporan O'Donovan community have expressed interest in joining together to purchase the freehold of the Castle.
The not-for-profit entities we propose to create would assist in achieving this goal, as well as protecting and promoting O'Donovan Clan heritage generally, and educating clan members, supporters and the general public about it.
To accomplish this and future Clan objectives, a solid legal infrastructure must be put in place. This GoFundMe appeal exists strictly to provide the seed money needed to create this framework.
The two bodies will be organized according to established practices of good governance, and will involve multiple volunteers in decision-making and in planning future Clan activities. The first (but not last) project to be considered is the acquisition of the Castle Donovan freehold, for which a much larger fundraising effort will be required.
My name is Kathleen Lyons, an O'Donovan by maternal ancestry. Born in Boston, I was registered with a Certificate of Foreign Birth from the government of Ireland in 1978. My family roots are in Goleen and Ballydehob, County Cork. Having assisted in managing O'Donovan Gatherings in 2000, 2005 and 2023, I'm asking for your trust and support for this initial project, with the understanding that others will step up to help envision future successful O'Donovan initiatives. Though I am expediting this long-overdue first step, the O'Donovan Clan legal entities, when finalized, will collect, hold, and disburse funds for any future purposes.
Your donation, large or small, will demonstrate your commitment to creating a proud and sustainable future for our beloved O'Donovan global family. Thank you for your generosity!
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Please contact me with any suggestions, questions or concerns.
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O'Donovan Clan
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Buzzards Bay, MA