The 2022 Tour de Munster charity cycle has enjoyed another hugely successful year, raising €389,214.99 in aid of the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI).
The grand total was revealed at a cheque presentation on December 16th which saw cyclists, supporters and DSI Munster branches come together to celebrate the achievements of this year’s Tour. In total, the tour raised a staggering €445,000, with some cyclists raising funds for other charities near and dear to their hearts.
Celebrating 22 years since its inception, the popular Tour de Munster charity cycle has now raised over €4.6 million.
This is the 13th successive year that DSI has been the main beneficiary of the charity cycle, with the Tour raising €4 million alone for Down Syndrome Ireland’s Munster branches.
The funds raised will continue to make a tremendous difference to the lives of people with Down syndrome in Munster, as well as their friends and families by providing vital services and facilities in each county.
Led by cycling legend Sean Kelly and Olympic rower Gary O’Donovan, more than 100 amateur cyclists took part in the event.
They travelled more than 600km over the course of four days, visiting some of Munster's most famous towns and villages in an endeavour to raise vital funds.
“A huge round of applause is in order for all those involved in this year’s Tour de Munster. The funds raised this year will help go a long way to provide much needed supports and services to DSI branch members both here in Waterford and across the greater Munster region. I am extremely thankful for the heroic efforts of the cyclists and to those who supported and donated to this worthy cause," Mary Foskin, Chairperson of Down Syndrome Waterford said.
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