Target Reached 

From the start the fundraising drive received tremendous support with Wexford and South Wicklow people organising all sorts of events and activities to raise money. Individuals, clubs, groups, organisations and businesses all played their part. We estimate that over 800 fundraisers were held throughout county Wexford and south Wicklow. The goodwill, enthusiasm and commitment never waned and by June 2007 we had exceeded our target, a magnificent achievement which outperformed our highest expectations. As of now funds are still coming in. We extend a very sincere 'thank you' to all who organised events and to all those who gave to the appeal.

The Friends of Wexford General Hospital to date has raised almost 1.6M euro.  1.2M will be contributed to the cancer day unit project. All surplus funds will be spent on improving cancer care facilities for the people of the region. One of the first such contributions has been made towards a transportation scheme to assist patients travelling to other treatment centres such as Waterford and Dublin for radiotherapy.

Block laying at New Cancer Day Care Unit

The brick laying was performed by the Friends patrons Bishop Denis Brennan and Mrs. Mabel Leech. Bishop Brennan said "every brick that goes into this building is symbolic of each generous act of fundraising or donation we have witnessed since the day of this project's launch. It is the people of Wexford remembering loved ones who have died, caring for those who are sick at present and making provision for the future."