Twelve years ago, Cathy saw a man about to throw a plastic bag into the river. She could see there was something inside, a tiny wriggling thing, struggling for its life.

Furious, she grabbed the bag, and inside was Gizmo – a tiny, scruffy, week-old pup who lit up Cathy’s heart.

Cathy has been through more than most people could imagine.

Trauma. Violence. Addiction.

But through it all, one thing never left her side. Her dog, Gizmo.

When Cathy became homeless, Gizmo did too. For many people experiencing homelessness, having a pet can make finding support even harder. But it also provides something vital:

• Comfort in the darkest moments
• Stability when everything else is uncertain
• A reason to keep going

That is why your support matters so much. Because thanks to people like you, Cathy and Gizmo were able to stay together and find safety through Depaul’s services.

But shelter is only the first step.

A hot meal and a safe place to sleep can change a night. It takes more than that to change a life.

Right now, people across the island of Ireland are facing homelessness with nowhere to turn. Many are dealing with trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges while trying to rebuild their lives.

Your kindness helps provide:

• Emergency accommodation and shelter
• Support from trained keyworkers
• Pathways into long-term housing
• The chance for people to stay with their beloved pets

As Cathy says:

“The people who donate have saved me. They give me hope that one day we will get a home of our own.”

Your kindness can be the turning point for someone facing homelessness today.
Please give what you can and help turn shelter into a home.

Donate now and change a life this Spring

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