GALLERY: Kildare Special School holds novel fundraiser night

Kildare Special School parents association holds novel fundraiser night

St Anne's Special School in the Curragh, Co Kildare holds a special fundraiser race night in Newbridge Greyhound Stadium next Friday, April 17 2026, and is looking for your support.

Located at Ballymany Cross in the Curragh, St Anne's Special School is a co-educational school supporting children aged 4–18 years with moderate to severe and profound general learning disabilities.

While the school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can reach their full potential, limited statutory funding continues to pose real challenges in meeting the complex needs of its students.

The newly formed St. Anne’s Special School Parents Association, made up of six dedicated parents, are excited to launch the school's latest fundraiser!

Date: Friday, April 17 2026

Venue: Newbridge Greyhound Stadium

Join us for a fantastic night featuring a mega raffle with incredible prizes, including:

• Family pass (two adults and two children) to Kaleidoscope Family Festival

• Signed Manchester United jersey

• Two signed Tipperary jerseys

• One 4All voucher

• Four tickets to Tattersalls weekend at Curragh Racecourse

• Dinner for two at The Keadeen Hotel

• Cafe. K voucher

• Framed Lola Donoghue print

and many more amazing prizes on the night!

Our Goal: To raise funds to provide all 13 classes with a truly special, tailored school tour experience this year. Each of our 74 incredible children has unique needs, and we want to ensure every child enjoys a day out that is accessible, fun, and designed just for them.

With your support, we hope to hire private transport so the children can travel safely and comfortably—creating a memorable experience for all.

How you can help:

Purchase a ticket online or at the door on the night. Even if you can’t attend, your support would mean the world to us.

A huge thank you goes to our nine generous race sponsors:

Race 1 – Q-nis

Race 2 – IGSL

Race 3 – Relay Express

Race 4 – Irish Commercials

Race 5 – Kiwi Bathrooms

Race 6 – Comerfords Bakery

Race 7 – Newbridge Veterinary Clinic

Race 8 – Canine Country Club / Hotel for dogs 

Race 9 – Westgrove Hotel 

These incredible children deserve something special, and together we can make it happen.

Thank you for your support.