Daffodil Day 2024

A Big “Thank You” to All Fifth Year ,and Transition Year students who take part in this year’s Daffodil Day . A special thanks to Sofia McCarthy ,and Aideen O ‘Sullivan for organising Rota for the Day, and to Therese Hayes, Liz O’ Regan , and our local Daffodil Community Group.

What is Daffodil Day in Ireland?

Daffodil Day is Cancer Council's most iconic and much-loved annual campaign that raises life-saving funds for world-class cancer research.Every year on Daffodil Day people all across Ireland , and here in Clonakilty, take to their communities to shake buckets, sell merchandise, raise funds and share smiles! Collections are arranged by the local Community Organiser in your area.

When did daffodil Day start in Ireland?

In 1988 Prof Darragh led the first Daffodil Day in Ireland, inspired by the campaign in Canada. Daffodil Day has been held every year since and raises a large portion of the yearly funds required for the Cancer Society to carry out its mission.