Dublin GAA star Noelle Healy with Lenten box stars

This morning.

Unidentified park, Dublin.

Dorothy writes:

The iconic Trócaire Box – which has been a firm Lent feature in Ireland for almost 50 years – will be rolled out to almost 700,000 homes, schools and churches this week.

This year’s appeal highlights how thousands of families in Zimbabwe are struggling with the triple challenges of Covid-19, climate change and a devastated economy. The Trócaire Box features a family – widow Thandekile and her two children – based in Matobo district in southern Zimbabwe who face massive daily challenges in their lives.

Trocaire ambassador and recently retired Dublin Gaelic football star and doctor, Noelle Healy (top left), said:

“Like so many people all over Ireland I grew up with the Trócaire box. It holds a very special place in the hearts and minds of the people of Ireland and represents hope for millions in our world who are struggling every day to survive.”

“Lent is the engine that keeps Trócaire’s programmes going throughout the year. The public’s donations this year will help Trócaire continue to work closely with the community in the Matobo district in Zimbabe to ensure they have access to food and other basic needs, as well as raising awareness about Covid-19 prevention and vaccinations. “

Order a box here.