30/10/2026
🏆 CLONMEL MANAGER SHORTLISTED FOR PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER IRELAND AWARD 🏆
We are absolutely delighted to share some fantastic news from Sue Ryder Community Charity Shop Clonmel!
Our Shop Manager, Abigail McKay, has been shortlisted as one of just THREE national finalists in the Outstanding Volunteer Manager category at the 2026 Volunteer Ireland Awards.
Selected from approximately 400 nominated volunteer managers, this national recognition celebrates Abigail's commitment to developing volunteering opportunities, creating an inclusive environment and making a lasting difference within our community.
When Abigail took over the management of the shop, she began with just three volunteers. Today, that has grown into a wonderful and diverse volunteer community, bringing together people of different ages, backgrounds and abilities.
Through her leadership, the shop has continued to develop opportunities for young people, students and those looking to gain experience, build confidence, learn new skills and become part of something meaningful.
From our community children's clothing hub to our various initiatives supporting people experiencing hardship, volunteering is at the heart of so much of what happens here.
This recognition is not just about one individual. It reflects the dedication, generosity and commitment of every volunteer who gives their time to make our shop and its community projects possible.
A huge congratulations to Abigail and to our incredible .
We are immensely proud to see Clonmel represented on a national stage.
The winners will be announced at the Volunteer Ireland Awards ceremony at the Carlton Hotel, Blanchardstown, Dublin, on Saturday, 28 November 2026.
Three finalists. One national category. An incredible achievement!
