Irish Grocers Benevolent Fund

‘Tour De Grocers Cycle’, which raised in excess of €50,000 for the Fund. The two-day event began at the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone, early on Wednesday, June 14, with participants cycling 300km over the two days, in an event that was once again organised by Kevin Keating, Managing Director of Tennant & Ruttle and former IGBF President of Appeals. The main sponsor for the Tour de Grocer event was Barilla.

The IGBF: a legacy of compassion and support

Established in the early 1960s, the Irish Grocers Benevolent Fund is a registered charity that provides financial assistance for people in the retail and grocer sectors who have fallen on difficult times because of ill health, unemployment or bereavement. This year marks 60 years since the fund was established, and in that time, it has helped to improve the lives of hundreds of individuals and families.

Indeed, the Fund has become a beacon of hope for those facing hardship in the retail industry and beyond. The charity assists up to 200 families at any one time and contributes in the region of €500,000 annually in support. This support takes the form of monthly, quarterly or annual annuities, as well as crisis grants where appropriate.

For more information, visit www.igbf.ie